Gold Hand Bag
1980s Italian Novelty Bags
1970s French Structured Shoulder Bags
1970s German Top Handle Bags
1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
1960s Belgian Evening Bags and Minaudières
1890s European Evening Bags and Minaudières
1980s French Tote Bags
1940s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
1990s British Evening Bags and Minaudières
2010s Italian Top Handle Bags
1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
1960s Evening Bags and Minaudières
Mid-20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags
Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags
2010s French Shoulder Bags
1980s French Top Handle Bags
1970s Structured Shoulder Bags
1990s French Shoulder Bags
1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Agate, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Silk
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Leather, Screen
1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
1960s American Top Handle Bags
2010s Australian Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Sheepskin
Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags
Late 20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Trunks and Luggage
Wire
2010s Indian Tote Bags
1990s Italian Shoulder Bags
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Trunks and Luggage
Wire
1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
1990s French Top Handle Bags
21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags
2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vanity Items
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
Late 20th Century Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Metal
Early 2000s Unknown Top Handle Bags
21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
1990s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
1960s American Top Handle Bags
Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Early 2000s French Evening Bags and Minaudières
2010s Italian Clutches
1990s French Shoulder Bags
1980s Tote Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Top Handle Bags
2010s Sunglasses
- 1
- ...
Gold Hand Bag For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Gold Hand Bag?
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 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.
- Are Chanel bags hand sewn?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, Chanel bags are hand-sewn in some places. Artisans work by hand when completing some steps in the crafting process, such as sewing on embellishments and tightening closures. However, much of the stitching used to construct the bag is done by high-precision machines and then carefully inspected by artisans. Find a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, some Prada bags do have gold hardware. However, the Italian luxury fashion house also produces handbags with silver hardware. All of the hardware on the brand’s accessories should be either all silver or all gold, including the zippers, clasps, grommets and the feet on the bottom. If you see a bag that has a mix of gold and silver hardware, or hardware that’s neither silver nor gold, there is a chance that it is a fake Prada bag. Shop a collection of Prada from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Louis Vuitton handbags do not have gold metalware. Louis Vuitton handbags use brass for their metal hardware and that brass is often plated, brushed or polished to have a golden or a silver appearance. Find vintage and contemporary Louis Vuitton bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, some vintage Chanel bags have real gold on their chain straps and hardware. Specifically, Chanel utilized 24-karat gold alloy plating on its pieces prior to 2008. After that, Chanel switched to a gold-tone metal that doesn't contain pure gold. Shop a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
Read More
The Hermès Passe-Guide Bag Might Not Be as Well Known as the Birkin or Kelly, But It’s Every Bit as Chic
Find out why this under-the-radar piece is so exceptional.
How to Spot a Fake Gucci Bag
Distinguishing an authentic Gucci bag from a counterfeit can be daunting. This guide combines our expert insights with tips on how to authenticate Gucci handbags. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every Gucci seller is highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake YSL Bag
Counterfeiters know that savvy fashionistas cherish YSL bags. Learn how to tell if yours is the real deal. Of course, you don't have to worry about that on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake Hermès Birkin Bag
The iconic Birkin bag is much coveted — and often copied. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake. Of course, you don't have to worry about this on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton
What are the telltale signs that you're holding a real Louis Vuitton and not a knockoff? We spoke with expert Diane D’Amato to find out. Of course, you don't have to worry about fakes on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
With a Wink, Karl Lagerfeld Sent This Egg-Carton-Shaped Chanel Bag Down the Runway
For the brand’s 2014–15 ready-to-wear show in Paris, the designer was inspired by a most unexpected place: the supermarket.
How to Tell If Your Burberry Coat or Bag Is Authentic
The iconic British brand is irresistible to fashion lovers — and counterfeiters. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake.
How Do You Authenticate and Care for an Yves Saint Laurent Handbag?
When it comes to the legendary French design house, there is no substitute for true craftsmanship. Xupes shows us how to spot it.