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Renaud Pelligrino Leather "Clam" Clutch
Renaud Pelligrino Leather "Clam" Clutch

Renaud Pelligrino Leather "Clam" Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Renaud Pelligrino's elegant caramel "Clam" shaped clutch in textured leather with top stitched accents and rope shoulder strap. 1980's France. Lined in faille. 8" x 9.5" x 1.5". Exc...

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1980s French Clutches

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Bown Crochet Clam Closure Mini Evening Bag
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Bown Crochet Clam Closure Mini Evening Bag

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Bown Crochet Clam Closure Mini Evening Bag

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Dolce & Gabbana mini evening bag from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection is shaped in a rounded silhouette with a clamshell frame closure. It is crafted in brown satin with a...

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Chanel Wooden Clam Shell 220711 Ivory Canvas Shoulder Bag
Chanel Wooden Clam Shell 220711 Ivory Canvas Shoulder Bag

Chanel Wooden Clam Shell 220711 Ivory Canvas Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 9100324 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 3.5" Height: 7" Handle drop: 6" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B) Includes Serial Seal Stic...

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20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

CHANEL bag Medium flap 'Clams Pocket' snakeskin pearlized pink NEW

CHANEL bag Medium flap 'Clams Pocket' snakeskin pearlized pink NEW

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Rare to find "clams pocket" snakeskin in beautiful subtle pearlized pink. Extremely soft with double chain handle and silver hardware. Silver CC turnkey. Rear exterior slot pocke...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton  Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310
Louis Vuitton  Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310

Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: MI0999 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Lock (No Key) ...

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20th Century Top Handle Bags

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm

By Loewe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00105 Brand: Loewe Designer: JW Anderson Material: Foam Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure: Tie Extra Detai...

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2010s Tech Accessories and Cases

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm
LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm

By Loewe, J W Anderson

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LOEWE pink clam foam black leather cord bag charm Reference: ANWU/A00105 Brand: Loewe Designer: JW Anderson Material: Foam, Leather Color: Pink, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Self Ti...

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2010s Spanish Tech Accessories and Cases

Victorian 1900 Clam Shaped Coins Purse Wallet In .900 Sterling Silver
Victorian 1900 Clam Shaped Coins Purse Wallet In .900 Sterling Silver

Victorian 1900 Clam Shaped Coins Purse Wallet In .900 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

Clam Conch Shaped Coins wallet Purse. A beautiful piece, created during the late Victorian era (1837-1901) circa 1900.

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Antique Early 1900s Spanish Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag

Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag

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H 6 in D 2.5 in L 5.5 in

Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A retro gem from the 1970's! This beautiful seashell bag really leans into the era by making this statement vibrant gold shoulder bag. It is super chunky in shape but has a simple de...

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1970s Shoulder Bags

Opulent Gilt Metal Clam Shell Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
Opulent Gilt Metal Clam Shell Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970

Opulent Gilt Metal Clam Shell Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970

Located in University City, MO

Opulent gilt metal clam shell evening bag Made in Italy c 1970 The exotic evening bag is designed in the shape of a clam shell The versatile design transitions from a chic clutch b...

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1970s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Shaped like a clam, this beautiful clutch by Alexander McQueen is distinct and glamorous. It is rendered from leather with a frame outlining its silhouette and is adorned beautifully...

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2010s Italian Clutches

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch
Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch

Alexander McQueen Black Leather Embellished Clam Chain Clutch

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Shaped like a clam this beautiful clutch by Alexander McQueen is bold and glamorous. It is rendered in leather having a framed silhouette and is adorned beautifully with crystals and...

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2010s Clutches

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium, crafted from genuine gold quilted lizard, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap, and gold-tone hardware. Its CC...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lizard Medium, crafted from genuine gold quilted lizard, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap, and gold-tone hardware. Its CC...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small, crafted from black quilted lambskin, features woven-in leather chain strap with leather pad, frontal flap, and silver-tone h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Lambskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Condition: Fair. Odor in interior. Creasing, moderate wear, discoloration, scuffs and indentations on exterior and underneath flap, heavy wear on base and flap edges, heavy cracking ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

This Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Glazed Calfskin Jumbo, crafted from black leather, features woven-in leather chain strap, frontal flap, and gold-tone hardware. Its CC turn-...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag
Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag

Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make everyone nod in approval when you step out swaying this Chanel bag. It has been crafted from metallic gold crackled leather in the signature quilt and held by a chain-link shoul...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag
Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag

Chanel Metallic Gold Crackled Leather Medium Clam's Pocket Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Make everyone nod in approval when you step out swaying this Chanel bag. It has been crafted from metallic gold crackled leather in the signature quilt and held by a chain-link shoul...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Condition: Very good. Wear and darkening on exterior edges, creasing on exterior and underneath flap, minor cracking on shoulder pad wax edges. Light wear and small marks in interior...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small
Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small

Chanel Clams Pocket Flap Bag Quilted Metallic Calfskin Small

By Chanel

Located in NY, NY

Condition: Very good. Wear and darkening on exterior edges, creasing on exterior and underneath flap, minor cracking on shoulder pad wax edges. Light wear and small marks in interior...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Metallic Quilted Aged Leather Clams Wallet on Chain
Chanel Metallic Quilted Aged Leather Clams Wallet on Chain

Chanel Metallic Quilted Aged Leather Clams Wallet on Chain

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Meticulously designed, this WOC bag is a creation by Chanel. It has been wonderfully crafted from metallic gold leather and carries the signature quilt. The interior is lined with le...

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2010s Italian Wallets

Brand New Hermes Birkin 30 Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence
Brand New Hermes Birkin 30 Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence

Brand New Hermes Birkin 30 Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Brand new hard to find Hermes Birkin Ghillies Veu Paradis Taurillon Clamence . This stunning Ghillies Birkin tote is beautifully crafted out of taurillon clemence leather. A soft, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

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By Dolce & Gabbana

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Hermes Garden Party 49 Teddy H Voyage Bag Ecru Beige Navy and Indigo

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This brown silk taffeta mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Variations of this dress debuted on the runway, modeled by Karen Mulder and Eva H...

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Chanel Black Lucite Minaudiere Clutch / Chain Wristlet Collectors Spring 2002
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By Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This exquisite Vintage Chanel Black Lucite Minaudiere Clutch from the Spring 2002 collection is a rare and timeless collector's item. The glossy black lucite grid design is complemen...

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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha

Thierry Mugler Couture elegant evening dress from spring summer 2001 collection. PVC collar with glass beads embroideries. High leg slit. Open back. Rounded hem. Deep purple colour....

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By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...

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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Dallas, TX

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embe...

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1990s Italian Corsets

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

A chic find from Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection under John Galliano. Made from black stretch lurex knit, this slip dress features subtle lattice detailing through the b...

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By CD GREENE

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Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Clam Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary clam purse you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range 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, Gray and more. If you’re looking for a clam purse from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Chanel and Hermès — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a clam purse for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Clam Purse?

On average, a clam purse on 1stDibs sells for $3,263, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $19,980 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

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.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.