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Antique Chainmail Purse

Antique Art Nouveau Mythical Fish Chainmail Purse 1900s
Antique Art Nouveau Mythical Fish Chainmail Purse 1900s

Antique Art Nouveau Mythical Fish Chainmail Purse 1900s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

An antique Chainmail Purse from the Art Nouveau era. Chainmail purses were de rigueur during this

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Early 1900s Antique Chainmail Purse

Mandalian Chainmail Mesh Enamel Print Purse 1920s
Mandalian Chainmail Mesh Enamel Print Purse 1920s

Mandalian Chainmail Mesh Enamel Print Purse 1920s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Mandalian Chainmail Mesh Enamel Print Purse from the 1920s is a stunning example of vintage

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1920s Antique Chainmail Purse

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Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929
Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929

Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Galveston, TX

white-in-color antique chainmail purse is framed in gold with a decorative frame that has a figural face

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1920s American Antique Chainmail Purse

Victorian 92% Silver Chainmail Purse, 19th Century
Victorian 92% Silver Chainmail Purse, 19th Century

Victorian 92% Silver Chainmail Purse, 19th Century

Located in Islamabad, PK

The silver chainmail purse is a stunning and luxurious accessory that embodies the opulence and

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Chainmail Purse

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Silver

1920s Exquisite Art Deco Cylindrical Chainmail Fringed Handbag
1920s Exquisite Art Deco Cylindrical Chainmail Fringed Handbag

1920s Exquisite Art Deco Cylindrical Chainmail Fringed Handbag

Located in Gresham, OR

An extremely rare, unmarked Art Deco 1920s evening bag, fashioned in a cylindrical form with molded filigree metal lid with a center chain handle supporting a pendant shaped handbag ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Chainmail Purse

Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s
Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s

Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s

Located in University City, MO

pastel tones. Intricate slinky chainmail mesh of individual enameled interlocked tiles. Incredible double

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1920s American Antique Chainmail Purse

Victorian Sapphire Chatelaine Mesh Purse Pendant
Victorian Sapphire Chatelaine Mesh Purse Pendant

Victorian Sapphire Chatelaine Mesh Purse Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

of a fantastic chainmail design. The purse opens from the top with a kiss clasp featuring two

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Chainmail Purse

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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Silverplate Chainmail Evening Bag
1920s Silverplate Chainmail Evening Bag

1920s Silverplate Chainmail Evening Bag

Located in Alford, MA

Wonderful silverplate chain mail evening bag, nice size that is large enough for your cell phone and other essentials. Composed of very fine mesh links. Simple frame with kiss lock c...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Chainmail Purse

A vintage 1920s chainmail hand painted Art Deco Bag by Whiting & Davis
A vintage 1920s chainmail hand painted Art Deco Bag by Whiting & Davis

A vintage 1920s chainmail hand painted Art Deco Bag by Whiting & Davis

Located in London, GB

A pretty art deco bag by Whiting and Davis. The mesh bag has a grey background with a multi coloured design in lilac , bue and red, with fringing at the base. Internaly it is lined...

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1920s American Antique Chainmail Purse

1920s Art Deco Enamel Chainmail Mesh Purse
1920s Art Deco Enamel Chainmail Mesh Purse

1920s Art Deco Enamel Chainmail Mesh Purse

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H 7.75 in W 4 in D 0.25 in

1920s Art Deco Enamel Chainmail Mesh Purse

Located in Houston, TX

Fantastic 1920s mesh evening purse! This chainmail purse has a pressed metal art deco closure

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1920s American Antique Chainmail Purse

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Late 20th Century Antique Chainmail Purse

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1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit

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1980s French Antique Chainmail Purse

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Vintage 1960's silver silk rhinestone Lillie Rubin winter cocktail dress UK 12

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By Lillie Rubin

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1960s Antique Chainmail Purse

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Located in Leonardo, NJ

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1990s Antique Chainmail Purse

Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress

Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Chainmail Purse

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Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown

By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA

Located in San Diego, CA

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1990s American Antique Chainmail Purse

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...

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Early 2000s French Antique Chainmail Purse

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...

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1990s French Antique Chainmail Purse

Alexander McQueen Rare New with Tags Embroidered Split Hem Jeans SS 1999
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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous navy blue silk top from Prada. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neck. An 11" drape falls from one side of the neckline. It has a back invisible zipper. Fits siz...

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Early 2000s Antique Chainmail Purse

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s
Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Sparks, NV

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1990s French Antique Chainmail Purse

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Located in Conroe, TX

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Located in Miami, FL

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Gottex

Located in San Diego, CA

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1960s American Antique Chainmail Purse

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Finding the Right Evening-bags-minaudieres for You

Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.

Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.

Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.

Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.

Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.