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Unusual Delill Beaded Filigree Clutch
Unusual Delill Beaded Filigree Clutch

Unusual Delill Beaded Filigree Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Unusual clutch of silvery taupe brocade with applied bronze and enamel metal filigrees with copper, taupe and gold seed beads in a wave pattern. There are also tiny gold chain decora...

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1980s Philippine Clutches

Unusual Pearl Beaded Bag
Unusual Pearl Beaded Bag

Unusual Pearl Beaded Bag

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Faux Pearl Beaded Bag from the 1960's with vintage enameled Indian lion head finials. Pouch shape with one snap closure, lining was replaced at a later date. Handle of multip...

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1960s Unknown Novelty Bags

Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag
Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag

Unusual Center Cut Alligator Bag

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in New York, NY

Amazing center cut alligator bag in deep chestnut brown in an unusual yet modern shape. Dimensional bag has skin covered toggle and padded handles. All hardware is gilded gold with t...

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Unusual 1920s Lucite Frame Satin Bag
Unusual 1920s Lucite Frame Satin Bag

Unusual 1920s Lucite Frame Satin Bag

Located in Boca Raton, FL

From the 1920s, this unusual evening clutch is elegant and timeless at once. Done in black satin with black satin handles, it has a fabulous, ruffled, clear Lucite standup frame that...

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1920s American Top Handle Bags

Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag, Charlet Bags
Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag, Charlet Bags

Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag, Charlet Bags

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag by Charlet Bags. Flowers are hand embroidered with colored silk thread and metallic floss on a base of ivory seed beads. Shape is unusual but holds...

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1950s Japanese Top Handle Bags

Walborg Unusual Copper Clad and Lucite Bag
Walborg Unusual Copper Clad and Lucite Bag

Walborg Unusual Copper Clad and Lucite Bag

By Walborg

Located in New York, NY

Unusual hard bag by Walborg of martele burnt orange lucite hand "clad" with copper Art and Crafts patterns. Extremely strange and ugly in a 70's mash up way, almost like a light fixt...

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1960s Hong Kong Top Handle Bags

Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s
Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s

Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via openwork filigree sides, while a clear Lucite platform base shows their entirety fro...

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1950s Unknown Novelty Bags

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure

By Koret

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and original coin purse is Koret signature red leather.

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1950s American Top Handle Bags

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk  'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.
An unusual Bakelite frame and silk  'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.

An unusual Bakelite frame and silk 'butterfly' handbag, English, 1920s.

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of a combination of original black and cream silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame...

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1920s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

French Bezel Set Crystal Clutch
French Bezel Set Crystal Clutch

French Bezel Set Crystal Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Unusual clutch purse with minaudiere fittings for powder, lipstick and mirror.

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1950s French Clutches

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Unusual 1950s Tourist Bag
Unusual 1950s Tourist Bag

Unusual 1950s Tourist Bag

Located in New York, NY

A rare and unusual bag for tourists circa 1950s. Plastic baby with a mohawk is in a suede fringed child carrier.

RARE vintage
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1950s American Handbags and Purses

Rhinestone Lucite 1950's Bracelet Unusual
Rhinestone Lucite 1950's Bracelet Unusual

Rhinestone Lucite 1950's Bracelet Unusual

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This is a magnificent Lucite and rhinestone bracelet from the 1950's. The outside is a square shape measuring 3 inches by 3 inches with 2 rows of rhinestones on each of the four sid...

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1950s Unknown Wallets and Small Accessories

Fendi ✿*゚" UNUSUAL COLLECTORS' PIECE Hard Wood Clutch Handbag Bag
Fendi ✿*゚" UNUSUAL COLLECTORS' PIECE Hard Wood Clutch Handbag Bag

Fendi ✿*゚" UNUSUAL COLLECTORS' PIECE Hard Wood Clutch Handbag Bag

By Fendi

Located in KAOHSIUNG, TW

FENDI unusual piece. Done fully by wood with rich tool marks straightforwardly to present a simply beautiful of plain age. Approximately from 2000 designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Very pr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Uniquely Unusual, Jewel Embellished, Pouch-Styled Handbag
Uniquely Unusual, Jewel Embellished, Pouch-Styled Handbag

Uniquely Unusual, Jewel Embellished, Pouch-Styled Handbag

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this uniquely unusual, jewel embellished black silky satin, pouch-styled evening bag with its elaborate frame and clasp. The frame and clasp of this handbag set i...

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20th Century Pouches and Wristlets

New Chanel Purse Holder
New Chanel Purse Holder

New Chanel Purse Holder

By Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here is a very unusual rare purse holder from Chanel. This purse holder is black and is comprised of a square weight that has a wire pivoting wire on the end that allows fo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Miscellaneous

Unusual Victorian Needlepoint and Enamel Mounted Purse
Unusual Victorian Needlepoint and Enamel Mounted Purse

Unusual Victorian Needlepoint and Enamel Mounted Purse

Located in New York, NY

Very unusual and probably french in origin (Austrian frame)although not marked, circa 1890.

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Handbags and Purses

Nettie Rosenstein 50s Leather Purse w/ Unusual Padded Handle
Nettie Rosenstein 50s Leather Purse w/ Unusual Padded Handle

Nettie Rosenstein 50s Leather Purse w/ Unusual Padded Handle

By Nettie Rosenstein

Located in Gresham, OR

Original mirror and black leather coin purse included.

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1950s American Handbags and Purses

40s Unusual Plastic Tile Clutch
40s Unusual Plastic Tile Clutch

40s Unusual Plastic Tile Clutch

Located in Gresham, OR

An unusual 40s "plasti-flex" style clutch in black, white and tan. Measures 6" x 12.5" x 1.25" zipper closure.

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1940s American Clutches

Unusual Navy Calf Clutch with Handle, 1950s
Unusual Navy Calf Clutch with Handle, 1950s

Unusual Navy Calf Clutch with Handle, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Unusual navy convertible clutch with zipper compartment and leather wrapped handle for use two ways. 1950s.
Excellent condition
13" x 6.5"

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1950s American Clutches

60s Modernist Metal Box Bag - Unusual Shape!
60s Modernist Metal Box Bag - Unusual Shape!

60s Modernist Metal Box Bag - Unusual Shape!

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 60s Modernist oblong casket shape evening box bag with stamped, basket weave textured metal and mirror on inner lid. Fabulous!

Measures 1.75" x 1.75" x 6...

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1960s American Clutches

Unusual Vintage Italian Leather Handbag
Unusual Vintage Italian Leather Handbag

Unusual Vintage Italian Leather Handbag

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Unusual Vintage Italian Leather Handbag

Located in Port Hope, ON

Made in Italy for "The Room St Regis - Simpsons", this beautiful brown leader handbag has half moon handled; gold loops on either sides of the handles, and opening/closure is by the ...

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1950s Italian Top Handle Bags

Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp
Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp

Koret 1930s Gilt Leather Circular Clutch with Unusual Bow Clasp

By Koret

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 1930s clutch from Koret in gilt leather of a circular design with a decorative rhinestone embellished bow. Part of the center knot of the bow lifts to form the latch to ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Clutches

Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag
Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag

Rare Unusual 3 in 1 Bakelite handbag

Located in New York, NY

This extremely rare handbag can be changed into three different exteriors. The handbag has clear Bakelite. 1st, you have the option of having either a black-patent, or you can have a...

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1940s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse
Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse

Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse

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H 5.5 in W 3.5 in L 6.5 in

Unusual Snakeskin Clad Nautilus Shell Purse

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Nautilus Shell Purse clad in different panels of colored snakeskin in shades of rasberry, tan, teal and metallic silver which reflect the tones in the nacre of the shell.

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1980s Unknown Shoulder Bags

Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris
Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris

Unusual Needlepoint Clutch, Jacomo, Paris

By Jacomo

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Needlepoint Clutch in the Japanese taste, mounted by Jacomo ,Paris. Hand embroidered needle point exterior is trimmed with leather piping, interior flap and satin lining. Ex...

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1980s French Clutches

Unusual Gucci Shoulder Bag
Unusual Gucci Shoulder Bag

Unusual Gucci Shoulder Bag

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Unusual Gucci Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Gucci's sleek square black calf shoulder bag with lacquered logo frame and chain by Tom Ford. The frame is lacquered in a brownish red high polish finish. 12" x 12" x 5" at top. Cha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Unusual Pave Swirl Clutch
Unusual Pave Swirl Clutch

Unusual Pave Swirl Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Unusual hand applied pave rhinestone clutch in a swirl pattern of brown, green and aurora borealis stones. Button front closure. Satin base.1960s.
Excellent condition.

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1960s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag
Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag

Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag

Located in New York, NY

Charming and Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag in deep navy. Transformable chain handle to use as hand held or shoulder length. 2 side pouches are attached to a main compa...

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1960s American Novelty Bags

Vintage Whiting & Davis Unusual Opening Mesh Evening bag
Vintage Whiting & Davis Unusual Opening Mesh Evening bag

Vintage Whiting & Davis Unusual Opening Mesh Evening bag

By Whiting & Davis

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Whiting & Davis Silver-tone Mesh evening bag shapes like any other evening bag, until you open it! When opened, the opening is rectangle. The clasp is highlighted with two rh...

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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Longchamp Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Bag, Unusual Zipper Opening
Longchamp Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Bag, Unusual Zipper Opening

Longchamp Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Bag, Unusual Zipper Opening

By Longchamp

Located in New Hope, PA

This supple black leather bag has a wide base tapering as it rises to the top of the bag. There is a zipper closure which starts on the one side of the top and unzips across the top ...

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Late 20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Unusual  Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900
Unusual  Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900

Unusual Chinese Export Embroidered Bag circa 1900

Located in New York, NY

Made for the western market circa 1900,of fine and unusual embroidery of yellow butterflies,canton blue cherry blossoms , and green leafy bok choy.The reverse embroidered with blue ...

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20th Century Chinese Edwardian Pouches and Wristlets

1990s Unusual Red Leather Fendi Handbag with Janus Roman Heads Medallion
1990s Unusual Red Leather Fendi Handbag with Janus Roman Heads Medallion

1990s Unusual Red Leather Fendi Handbag with Janus Roman Heads Medallion

By Fendi

Located in Port Hope, ON

In excellent shape both in condition and design, this handbag features gold hardware; one ribbed strap and ribbed sides. Altogether a great accessory.

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s
A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s

A rare and highly unusual Bakelite topped 'Chinese man' handbag, France, 1920s

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A wonderful and quite unique subject for this handbag! Made from carved and hand painted Bakelite, in France, it has the most unique way of opening - the Chinese man's hat lifts up, ...

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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Unusual Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case or Carry On Bag + Luggage Tag 1980s
Unusual Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case or Carry On Bag + Luggage Tag 1980s

Unusual Louis Vuitton Monogram Train Case or Carry On Bag + Luggage Tag 1980s

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

This hard-sided train case or carry-on beauty bag was made by Louis Vuitton in the early 1980s. Hard to find nowadays, it features their signature monogram canvas and is trimmed in ...

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1980s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Art Deco Crystal and Perspex Finger Clutch
Art Deco Crystal and Perspex Finger Clutch

Art Deco Crystal and Perspex Finger Clutch

Located in New York, NY

A amber perspex finger ring allows wearer to dangle purse. A rosey pink glass rod frames the top edge along with a crystal rod purse pull.

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1930s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Tan Lizard Unusual Two-Sided Structured Purse
Tan Lizard Unusual Two-Sided Structured Purse

Tan Lizard Unusual Two-Sided Structured Purse

By Lederer

Located in New York, NY

Very unusual lizard skin purse that is hinged on the side and opens like a book.

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1960s French Handbags and Purses

Unusual Koret Leather Handbag
Unusual Koret Leather Handbag

Unusual Koret Leather Handbag

By Koret

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fun and usable bag. The twisted leather handles make this bag espescially interesting. As you can see, the origianl coin purse and mirror are included.

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1960s American Handbags and Purses

Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre
Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre

Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre

By Judith Leiber

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Judith Leiber unusual cabachon minaudierre

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1980s American Handbags and Purses

Unusual  Vintage Fendi Clutch
Unusual  Vintage Fendi Clutch

Unusual Vintage Fendi Clutch

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H 5 in W 13 in D 3 in

Unusual Vintage Fendi Clutch

By Fendi

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a fabulous never used vintage Fendi bag of leather, patent leather and unusual beaded elements. The chromed Fendi handle is quite substantial. It is secured with a large zipp...

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1980s Italian Clutches

Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970
Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970

Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970

By Fendi

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Fendi unusual wood leather and canvas bag circa 1970

8 1/2" x 6' x 1"

42" strap is adjustable

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1970s Italian Handbags and Purses

Rare Vintage Unusual Clutch Tapestry Bag
Rare Vintage Unusual Clutch Tapestry Bag

Rare Vintage Unusual Clutch Tapestry Bag

Located in New York, NY

All of the years I've been in business I've never seen a clutch tapestry bag ever. It snaps open to a salmon /pink lining interior. The inside purse has shirred lining of the same c...

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1930s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Unusual CHANEL Red Leather Chevron Shoulder Bag
Unusual CHANEL Red Leather Chevron Shoulder Bag

Unusual CHANEL Red Leather Chevron Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

This is an unusual CHANEL bag with a leather and gold plated metal strap, probably dating to the 1980's.

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20th Century French Structured Shoulder Bags

Unusual and Colorful  Leather Evening Clutch Handscreened
Unusual and Colorful  Leather Evening Clutch Handscreened

Unusual and Colorful Leather Evening Clutch Handscreened

By Holtzmann's

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Unusual metallic colorblock clutch in leather with piped seams and a silvertone etched clasp.

The interior is satin lined and contains the original accessories.

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Iconic 1960's Paco Rabbane Bag with Unusual Clasp
Iconic 1960's Paco Rabbane Bag with Unusual Clasp

Iconic 1960's Paco Rabbane Bag with Unusual Clasp

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Chicago, IL

Still modern and contemporary some fifty years later. This aluminum interlocking disc chainmaille bag has a drop of 13 1/2 ". The original metal tag is attached.

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1960s French Shoulder Bags

Rare Lamoplex Lucite purse in confetti lucite by Myles Originals
Rare Lamoplex Lucite purse in confetti lucite by Myles Originals

Rare Lamoplex Lucite purse in confetti lucite by Myles Originals

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Myles Originals unusual Lamoplex Lucite purse in pale Green Confetti lucite with “Gold” and “Silver” threads suspended within.

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Unusual Chanel Jumbo Black Leather 'Mosaic' Shoulder Bag
Unusual Chanel Jumbo Black Leather 'Mosaic' Shoulder Bag

Unusual Chanel Jumbo Black Leather 'Mosaic' Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

A rare & unusual Chanel jumbo-sized black lambskin leather, 'Mosaic', shoulder or clutch bag, featuring the iconic 'CC' logo to the front flap of the bag, formed from gold & ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Judith Leiber Skin Crossbody with Jeweled Chain by Funky Finders
Judith Leiber Skin Crossbody with Jeweled Chain by Funky Finders

Judith Leiber Skin Crossbody with Jeweled Chain by Funky Finders

By Judith Leiber

Located in Stamford, CT

funkyfinders is pleased to share this unusual judith leiber barrel purse with a subdued gray snakeskin surround. its claim to fame is a rather rare jeweled chain. an ideal designer t...

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1980s American Shoulder Bags

jacomo paris pleated patent leather clutch
jacomo paris pleated patent leather clutch

jacomo paris pleated patent leather clutch

Located in Stamford, CT

circa 1980s jacomo paris clutch featuring a 'pleated' patent leather surround. free-form lucite closure accents the unusual purse. 5.5" length 5" height

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1980s French Clutches

Spring! Unusual Vintage Purse With Poodles and Lucite  Wedding and Proms
Spring! Unusual Vintage Purse With Poodles and Lucite  Wedding and Proms

Spring! Unusual Vintage Purse With Poodles and Lucite Wedding and Proms

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This purse belongs to one of our long-time collectors who is moving (and downsizing). This bag was used by a bride for a wedding years ago (something borrowed) and who knows, maybe ...

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1950s American Novelty Bags

Koret Black Calfskin Umbrella Handle Purse
Koret Black Calfskin Umbrella Handle Purse

Koret Black Calfskin Umbrella Handle Purse

Located in New York, NY

Most unusual envelop type purse from the 1950's by Koret.

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1950s American Clutches

Unusual Tri-Color Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch
Unusual Tri-Color Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch

Unusual Tri-Color Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Teaneck, NJ

Gorgeous Bottega Veneta classic knot clutch in black, red and white. Pristine condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches

Unusual 1970s Round Brass Bucket Bag on a Chain
Unusual 1970s Round Brass Bucket Bag on a Chain

Unusual 1970s Round Brass Bucket Bag on a Chain

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is so unusual and quirky. It is definitely not a bag you will see every day. Suspended from a chain is a brass bucket bag that has an attached lid. This is a good weighted bra...

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1970s Shoulder Bags

Rare and Unusual Abstract Leather Evening Bag Austria 1930's
Rare and Unusual Abstract Leather Evening Bag Austria 1930's

Rare and Unusual Abstract Leather Evening Bag Austria 1930's

Located in Lambertville, NJ

This is a most unusual evening bag. It is made of black leather and has a type of abstract ruching. The pattern is not sewn and we are not sure of the technique used to create this...

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1930s Austrian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Located in New York, NY

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By Prada

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

A 1990s Prada Antic Passamane top handle bag in brown goat leather. Passamane cord embroidery covers the front flap, with scroll and medallion motifs. - Round gold-tone PRADA-stampe...

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag
1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag

1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag

By Coppola e Toppo

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A glamorous statement piece, perfect for vintage collectors or anyone channeling a retro Hollywood or Studio 54 evening look. It pairs gorgeously with a silk slip dress or a tailored...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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

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

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...

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1980s French Swimwear

Thierry Mugler Military Green Wrap Dress 1980s
Thierry Mugler Military Green Wrap Dress 1980s

Thierry Mugler Military Green Wrap Dress 1980s

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous forest green wool military influence dress by Thierry Mugler. It has a small stand up collar, long sleeves with cuffs and 2 bodice patch pockets. The dress skirt wraps ac...

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1990s French Day Dresses

Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag

Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag

$24,999

H 11.5 in W 6 in L 11.5 in

Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Briefcases and Attachés

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

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

By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag
Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag

Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag

$235

H 7 in W 8 in D 2 in

Vintage Art Deco Black Suede Handbag

Located in London, GB

A chic hexaganol shape Art Deco handbag in black suede. The bag has a decorative art deco clasp and is lined in fabric with one internal pouch pocket and integrated purse. Measuremen...

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1920s English Evening Bags and Minaudières

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black Satin Egg Shaped Versatile Clutch - Shoulder Bag c 1980s

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in University City, MO

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Black matte satin egg shaped clutch - shoulder bag c 1980s The elegant black satin evening bag is adorned with a cluster of clear diamante' crystals encrusted in ...

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1980s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...

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2010s Italian Cropped Jackets

Christian Dior set circa 1999
Christian Dior set circa 1999

Christian Dior set circa 1999

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (made in France) Purple set composed of a lingerie-style mesh top and a taffeta skirt with a train. Size 38FR indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. A Collection circa 1999 under the...

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1990s European Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Blue & Metallic Gold Lace Party Dress 2016
Valentino Blue & Metallic Gold Lace Party Dress 2016

Valentino Blue & Metallic Gold Lace Party Dress 2016

By Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a Valentino metallic blue and gold lace evening dress featuring a fitted bodice with a gathered neckline, a halter neck with grey silk ties t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli c. 2010 Gemstone Necklace Halter Gown
Roberto Cavalli c. 2010 Gemstone Necklace Halter Gown

Roberto Cavalli c. 2010 Gemstone Necklace Halter Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

A breathtaking floor-length gown from Roberto Cavalli, circa 2010. This showstopping dress features a dramatic super low back with a halter neckline, elegantly tied behind the neck ...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Brocade and black satin evening coat Circa 1925
Brocade and black satin evening coat Circa 1925

Brocade and black satin evening coat Circa 1925

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brocade and black satin evening coat. Small black satin roses embellishment. Silk taffetas lining. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

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1920s Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top
Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top

Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top

By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy early 2000s ROBERTO CAVALLI light army green silk chiffon beaded, sequined and rhinestone semi sheer blouse! Features flattering cold shoulders that reveal just the right amount...

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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

New With Box Gucci Runway Leather Horsebit Heels Sz 10
New With Box Gucci Runway Leather Horsebit Heels Sz 10

New With Box Gucci Runway Leather Horsebit Heels Sz 10

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning Strappy Classic Gucci * Size U.S. 10 * 4" Heel * "Gucci" on Buckles * Gold Horsebit Detail at Heel back * Adjustable Straps * Gorgeous Burnt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

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Unusual Purses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of unusual purses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black unusual purses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, beige and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of unusual purses over the years, but those made by Chanel, Goyard and Judith Leiber are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Unusual Purses?

On average, unusual purses on 1stDibs sell for $597, while they’re typically $144 on the low end and $13,785 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses 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 bag — Birkin, 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.