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Paco Rabanne Vintage Silver Chainmail Bag
Paco Rabanne Vintage Silver Chainmail Bag

Paco Rabanne Vintage Silver Chainmail Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag is in mint vintage condition. Very unique and

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20th Century Hobo Bags

Paco Rabanne Silver Nano Reedition Chainmail Bag
Paco Rabanne Silver Nano Reedition Chainmail Bag

Paco Rabanne Silver Nano Reedition Chainmail Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

A rare miniature Reedition from the Paco Rabanne revolutionary 1969 design, this nano bag is

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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

S/S 2001 Gucci By Tom Ford Red Abstract Lava Metal Chainmail Bag
S/S 2001 Gucci By Tom Ford Red Abstract Lava Metal Chainmail Bag

S/S 2001 Gucci By Tom Ford Red Abstract Lava Metal Chainmail Bag

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting an ultra-rare, lava print chainmail Gucci bag designed by Tom Ford. This bag is nearly

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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage 1969 Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag
Vintage 1969 Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag

Vintage 1969 Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

Vintage 1969 iconic Paco Rabanne chainmail shoulder bag. this vintage shoulder bag is constructed

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1960s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Chainmail 'CC' Logo  Hologram Minaudiere Bag
Chanel Chainmail 'CC' Logo  Hologram Minaudiere Bag

Chanel Chainmail 'CC' Logo Hologram Minaudiere Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Chanel Hologram 'CC' Logo Minaudiere Bag Chainmail barrel style bag with large 'CC

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Silver Blue Graffiti CC Chainmail Flap Bag
Chanel Silver Blue Graffiti CC Chainmail Flap Bag

Chanel Silver Blue Graffiti CC Chainmail Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Listing Title: Chanel Silver Blue Graffiti CC Chainmail Flap Bag SKU: Z147344 Condition: Pre-owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel 2007 Laser Etched Chainmail Metallic Clutch Evening Gala Bag
Chanel 2007 Laser Etched Chainmail Metallic Clutch Evening Gala Bag

Chanel 2007 Laser Etched Chainmail Metallic Clutch Evening Gala Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Laser etched metallic leather with silver fold over clasp closure, opens to a three fold wallet. 2007 {VINTAGE 17 Years} Metallic lambskin interior Three large zippered interior poc...

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag
Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag

Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Rare vintage Whiting & Davis Co. gold mesh chainmail purse with frame that features a centralized

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Pearl Chainmail Satin Evening Bag
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Pearl Chainmail Satin Evening Bag

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Pearl Chainmail Satin Evening Bag

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

design. The bag is elevated with black faux pearls scattered throughout the chainmail strap

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1990s Italian Clutches

Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag
Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag

Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

bag as the chainmail fabric is so special and eye catching but the crossbody style makes this

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Late 20th Century American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1960's Chain Mesh Shoulder Bag, Raoul Calabro
1960's Chain Mesh Shoulder Bag, Raoul Calabro

1960's Chain Mesh Shoulder Bag, Raoul Calabro

Located in New York, NY

1960's Chain Gilt Chainmail Mesh Shoulder Bag by Raoul Calabro. Hand linked 2 toned gold textured

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1960s Italian Shoulder Bags

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Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

In Paco Rabanne's iconic chainmail finish, this shoulder bag is a textural play of plastic discs

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Escada Black Chainmail Shoulder Bag
Escada Black Chainmail Shoulder Bag

Escada Black Chainmail Shoulder Bag

By Escada

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to bag is evident. Light wear to the flap edge, with small abrasions

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21st Century and Contemporary British Shoulder Bags

ISABEL MARANT Silver Metal Chainmail Mesh Mini Shoulder Bag
ISABEL MARANT Silver Metal Chainmail Mesh Mini Shoulder Bag

ISABEL MARANT Silver Metal Chainmail Mesh Mini Shoulder Bag

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous ISABEL MARANT mini shoulder bag features a small, flap closure purse in metallic silver

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Silver Metal Mesh Chainmail Hobo Bag
Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Silver Metal Mesh Chainmail Hobo Bag

Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Silver Metal Mesh Chainmail Hobo Bag

By Chloé

Located in London, GB

used Chloé designer resale item. Details Silver Metal chainmail Large hobo bag 1x Leather shoulder

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21st Century and Contemporary British Structured Shoulder Bags

Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring/Summer 2007 Chainmail Detail Bag
Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring/Summer 2007 Chainmail Detail Bag

Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring/Summer 2007 Chainmail Detail Bag

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare and collectible Christian Dior by John Galliano bag from the Spring/Summer 2007 collection

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Metal Chainmail Silk Flat Evening Bag
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Metal Chainmail Silk Flat Evening Bag

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Metal Chainmail Silk Flat Evening Bag

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This brown silk and ombré chainmail crossbody was designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Leather & Chainmail Tote
Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Leather & Chainmail Tote

Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Leather & Chainmail Tote

By Jimmy Choo

Located in London, GB

Silver Leather and chainmail Large tote bag 2x Top handles 1x Main compartment with zip fastening 1x

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21st Century and Contemporary British Tote Bags

Gucci by Tom Ford Dragon Metal Fringe Bag, Limited Edition
Gucci by Tom Ford Dragon Metal Fringe Bag, Limited Edition

Gucci by Tom Ford Dragon Metal Fringe Bag, Limited Edition

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Austin, TX

Limited Edition Gucci by Tom Ford Chainmail Fringe Dragon bag, enamel bamboo and chain-link handle

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières

Paco Rabanne Iridescent Leather Chainmail Shoulder Bag
Paco Rabanne Iridescent Leather Chainmail Shoulder Bag

Paco Rabanne Iridescent Leather Chainmail Shoulder Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE iridescent leather chainmail shoulder bag. Reedition of the iconic "Le 69"

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

1960s Paco Rabbane Silver Chainmail Shoulder Bag
1960s Paco Rabbane Silver Chainmail Shoulder Bag

1960s Paco Rabbane Silver Chainmail Shoulder Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

This is an original Paco Rabanne silver chain mail bag circa 1969 - early 1970s. Rabanne, along

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1960s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

PACO RABANNE Vintage Mini Silver Tone Chainmail Messenger Bag
PACO RABANNE Vintage Mini Silver Tone Chainmail Messenger Bag

PACO RABANNE Vintage Mini Silver Tone Chainmail Messenger Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE mini silver tone chainmail messenger bag embellished with glass beads. Antiqued silver

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20th Century French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag
LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag

LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Thiensville, WI

DESCRIPTION: LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1973 Loris Azzaro Metallic Chainmail Set
1973 Loris Azzaro Metallic Chainmail Set

1973 Loris Azzaro Metallic Chainmail Set

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Paris, FR

matching chainmail shoulder bag. Structured minaudiere frame featuring baroque ball clasp closing. Missing

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1970s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Chainmail & Leather Tote
Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Chainmail & Leather Tote

Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Chainmail & Leather Tote

By Jimmy Choo

Located in London, GB

Chainmail and leather Large tote bag 2x Top handles Gold tone hardware 1x Main compartment with zip

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21st Century and Contemporary British Tote Bags

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Documented Brown Ombré Chainmail Silk Flat Bag
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Documented Brown Ombré Chainmail Silk Flat Bag

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Documented Brown Ombré Chainmail Silk Flat Bag

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a brown silk and ombré chainmail crossbody designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1980's Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag
1980's Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag

1980's Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag

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1980's Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in North Hollywood, CA

1980's Paco Rabanne silver chainmail bag composed of stamped metal squares. Lined with black bag

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1980s Shoulder Bags

RAOUL CALABRO Chainmail Bag, 1960s

RAOUL CALABRO Chainmail Bag, 1960s

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine & rare vintage Raoul Calabro chainmail shoulder bag. Fine 2 tone linked metal item features a

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1960s Shoulder Bags

1960s Rare Paco Rabanne Chainmail Bag
1960s Rare Paco Rabanne Chainmail Bag

1960s Rare Paco Rabanne Chainmail Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Rockwood, ON

An amazing and rare white metal disk version of the infamous Paco Rabanne disk bag. A version of

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1960s Accessories

Chanel Chainmail Belt Bag SS1999
Chanel Chainmail Belt Bag SS1999

Chanel Chainmail Belt Bag SS1999

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Waist Bag Belt Spring / Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear Made in France Silver

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Chanel Black Leather Small Chainmail Boy Flap Bag
Chanel Black Leather Small Chainmail Boy Flap Bag

Chanel Black Leather Small Chainmail Boy Flap Bag

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Chanel Black Leather Small Chainmail Boy Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

With flawless craftsmanship, immense style quotient, and an air of elegance, this Chanel bag has it

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Jimmy Choo Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh
Jimmy Choo Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh

Jimmy Choo Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh

By Jimmy Choo

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 2" Designer: Jimmy Choo Model: Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh Exterior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

PACO RABBANNE iconic 1969 bag
PACO RABBANNE iconic 1969 bag

PACO RABBANNE iconic 1969 bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in New York, NY

Original Paco Rabanne 1969 Bag. Silver metal chainmail discs. Le 69 was the first ‘It’ bag and

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1960s French Handbags and Purses

Paco Rabanne White with Silver "Le 69" Reissue Bag
Paco Rabanne White with Silver "Le 69" Reissue Bag

Paco Rabanne White with Silver "Le 69" Reissue Bag

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Houston, TX

Amazing rare Paco Rabanne shoulder bag! chainmail-style bags composed of large white disk

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Chainmail Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chainmail bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Silver and more. Finding the perfect chainmail bag may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Paco Rabanne, Chanel and Louis Vuitton are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chainmail Bag?

Prices for a chainmail bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $211 and can go as high as $6,490, while, on average they fetch $879.

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First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

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