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Gucci Metal Handle

Bi-leather top handle bag with silver metal buckle on the front GUCCI
Bi-leather top handle bag with silver metal buckle on the front GUCCI

Bi-leather top handle bag with silver metal buckle on the front GUCCI

By Gucci

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Bi-leather top handle bag with decorative silver metal buckle on the front. The top flap slips under the buckle. Dust-bag provided. One inside pocket with zip closure and 2 flat ins...

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

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Gucci Golden Exotic Leather Bag with Enameled Metal, 2004
Gucci Golden Exotic Leather Bag with Enameled Metal, 2004

Gucci Golden Exotic Leather Bag with Enameled Metal, 2004

By Gucci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Gucci - (Made in Italy) Golden exotic leather bag with enameled metal and rhinestones.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Brown leather monogram embossed bag with gold metal snap hook Gucci
Brown leather monogram embossed bag with gold metal snap hook Gucci

Brown leather monogram embossed bag with gold metal snap hook Gucci

By Gucci

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brown leather monogram embossed bag with gold metal snap hook. Cotton lining. Zip's pocket inside. Dust -bag provide SIZE 25 CM X 40 CM

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1990s Italian Top Handle Bags

GUCCI 1997 Vintage Tom Ford black velvet GG metal handle underarm bag
GUCCI 1997 Vintage Tom Ford black velvet GG metal handle underarm bag

GUCCI 1997 Vintage Tom Ford black velvet GG metal handle underarm bag

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI 1997 Vintage Tom Ford black velvet GG metal handle underarm bag Reference: TGAS/E00711 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Collection: 1997 - Runway Material: Velvet Color: Black, ...

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

GUCCI Indy black chevron cut fur gold saddle metal handle hobo bag
GUCCI Indy black chevron cut fur gold saddle metal handle hobo bag

GUCCI Indy black chevron cut fur gold saddle metal handle hobo bag

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI Indy black chevron cut fur gold saddle metal handle hobo bag Reference: TGAS/F00319 Brand: Gucci Model: Indy Medium Hobo Material: Fur, Leather Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Soli...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hobo Bags

Vintage Gucci Umbrella with bamboo Handle & Ribs
Vintage Gucci Umbrella with bamboo Handle & Ribs

Vintage Gucci Umbrella with bamboo Handle & Ribs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful vintage Gucci Umbrella with bamboo handle and ribs - in perfect condition -

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20th Century Italian Umbrella Stands

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Metal

Equestrian Wine Champagne Cooler with Horse Bit Handle
Equestrian Wine Champagne Cooler with Horse Bit Handle

Equestrian Wine Champagne Cooler with Horse Bit Handle

By Gucci, Hermès, Ralph Lauren

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Large Luxury Equestrian Wine Champagne Cooler with brass Horse Bit Handle. Celebrate the Derby winning with this metal chrome silvered and brass horse bit handle ice bucket. Western ...

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20th Century American American Classical Wine Coolers

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Metal, Brass

1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure
1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure

1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a vintage 1960s Gucci structured leather top handle bag. This classicly designed bag features a dual-tone metal handle and closure.

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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure
1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure

1960s Gucci Silver Metal Top Handle Bag Twist Lock Closure

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a vintage 1960s Gucci structured leather top handle bag. This classicly designed bag features a dual-tone metal handle and closure.

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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Bamboo Top Handle Black Leather Metal Frame Bag
S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Bamboo Top Handle Black Leather Metal Frame Bag

S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Bamboo Top Handle Black Leather Metal Frame Bag

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a versatile bamboo top-handle frame bag by Tom Ford for Gucci. This bag debuted as look 16 on Ai Tominaga for the S/S 2003 runway presentation. The bag has the ...

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Beige Leather BAMBOO BAG Handbag PURSE Top Handle RARE
GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Beige Leather BAMBOO BAG Handbag PURSE Top Handle RARE

GUCCI Italian VINTAGE Beige Leather BAMBOO BAG Handbag PURSE Top Handle RARE

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Brand: GUCCI - Made in Italy Logos / Tags: 'Made in Italy vt GUCCI' signature embossed inside, GUCCI crest zipper pull inside, G.GUCCI engraved on the metal handle hardware Con...

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20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Indy Babouska Leather Bag in Gold Metal Black w Fringes
Gucci Indy Babouska Leather Bag in Gold Metal Black w Fringes

Gucci Indy Babouska Leather Bag in Gold Metal Black w Fringes

By Gucci

Located in Milano, IT

Babouska Indy Top Handle Bag features a chic hobo design with a top handle with Gucci logo.

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Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Vintage Gold Metal Letter Opener Brown Leather Handle
Gucci Vintage Gold Metal Letter Opener Brown Leather Handle

Gucci Vintage Gold Metal Letter Opener Brown Leather Handle

By Gucci

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Gucci Letter opener un gold-tone metal. Brown leather with gold metal hardware and GG logo on handle.

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20th Century Italian For The Desk

Gucci Tom Ford Vintage Chocolate Brown Suede Bag w Metal Handle
Gucci Tom Ford Vintage Chocolate Brown Suede Bag w Metal Handle

Gucci Tom Ford Vintage Chocolate Brown Suede Bag w Metal Handle

By Gucci

Located in Melbourne, VIC

Crafted in Italy from supple, chocolate-toned suede, its sleek, sculptural shape is elevated by a striking silver-tone metal top handle stamped subtly with the house’s signature logo.

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Early 2000s Shoulder Bags

vintage GUCCI Tom Ford 3444 1978 red velvet GG monogram silver metal handle bag
vintage GUCCI Tom Ford 3444 1978 red velvet GG monogram silver metal handle bag

vintage GUCCI Tom Ford 3444 1978 red velvet GG monogram silver metal handle bag

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage GUCCI Tom Ford 3444 1978 red velvet GG monogram silver metal handle bag Reference: TGAS/B02097 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Model: 3444 1978 Material: Velvet Color: R...

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Early 2000s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Metal Ice Scooper with Braided Handle
Vintage Metal Ice Scooper with Braided Handle

Vintage Metal Ice Scooper with Braided Handle

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H 1.75 in W 2.38 in D 8.38 in

Vintage Metal Ice Scooper with Braided Handle

By Hermès, Gucci

Located in New York, NY

A vintage heavy silver-tone metal ice scooper with braided handle is in the style of Gucci and Hermes, circa mid to late 20th century.

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Late 20th Century Barware

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1970s Italian Gucci Leather Tennis Racket Handle Long Form Shoehorn
Vintage 1970s Italian Gucci Leather Tennis Racket Handle Long Form Shoehorn

Vintage 1970s Italian Gucci Leather Tennis Racket Handle Long Form Shoehorn

By Gucci

Located in St. Louis, MO

Vintage 1970s Gucci leather wrapped tennis racket handle shoehorn with GG logo on butt end of handle, plus grommet stamped Gucci Italy. Long shoe horn with traditional Gucci green an...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Coat Racks and Stands

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Metal

Gucci Italy Sleek Silver & Gilt Metal Letter Opener c 1970s
Gucci Italy Sleek Silver & Gilt Metal Letter Opener c 1970s

Gucci Italy Sleek Silver & Gilt Metal Letter Opener c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Sleek silver & gilt metal letter opener c 1970s The stylish Italian letter opener is designed with a gilt metal handle with Gucci's large scale G initial The pointed ti...

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1970s Italian For The Desk

Gucci Black Leather Metal Top Handle Bag
Gucci Black Leather Metal Top Handle Bag

Gucci Black Leather Metal Top Handle Bag

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H 6.7 in W 2.37 in L 6.5 in

Gucci Black Leather Metal Top Handle Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

It has a metal top handle, a zip closure, a spacious leather-lined interior, silver-tone hardware and impeccable finishing.

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Black/Gun Metal Coated Fabric and Patent Leather Pop Bamboo Handle Tote
Gucci Black/Gun Metal Coated Fabric and Patent Leather Pop Bamboo Handle Tote

Gucci Black/Gun Metal Coated Fabric and Patent Leather Pop Bamboo Handle Tote

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Created from high-quality materials, this Gucci tote is enriched with functional and classic elements. It can be carried around conveniently, and its interior is perfectly sized to k...

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Gucci Metal Bamboo Bar Web Handbag Leather Large
Gucci Metal Bamboo Bar Web Handbag Leather Large

Gucci Metal Bamboo Bar Web Handbag Leather Large

By Gucci

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 12", Width 18", Depth 4" Designer: Gucci Model: Metal Bamboo Bar Web Handbag Leather Large Item Number: 47661/221

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Gucci Dark Brown Leather Vintage Metal Handle Shoulder Bag
Gucci Dark Brown Leather Vintage Metal Handle Shoulder Bag

Gucci Dark Brown Leather Vintage Metal Handle Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted meticulously from quality leather, it carries a lovely shade of dark brown. It is styled with a metal handle that comes in silver-tone. The shoulder bag has a suede-lined int...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Vintage 70s Gucci Brown Leather Horsebit/Metal Handle Tote Bag
Vintage 70s Gucci Brown Leather Horsebit/Metal Handle Tote Bag

Vintage 70s Gucci Brown Leather Horsebit/Metal Handle Tote Bag

By Gucci

Located in Malibu, CA

Crafted in rich brown leather with red and green stripe detailing on the front and on the back. Open top with gold metal horsebit handles. The interior is lined in tag leather and it...

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18th Century Tote Bags

Gucci Black Gold Metal Closure Evening Clutch Top Handle Satchel Bag
Gucci Black Gold Metal Closure Evening Clutch Top Handle Satchel Bag

Gucci Black Gold Metal Closure Evening Clutch Top Handle Satchel Bag

By Gucci

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Satin Metal Gold tone Snap closure Handle drop 1.5" Measures 8" W x 6" H x 2" D

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Gucci Handbag
Vintage Gucci Handbag

Vintage Gucci Handbag

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H 11.75 in W 10.25 in D 3.5 in

Vintage Gucci Handbag

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Metal handle is wrapped in leather band. Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1970s Italian American Classical Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Gucci Burgundy Red Lizard Purse
Gucci Burgundy Red Lizard Purse

Gucci Burgundy Red Lizard Purse

By Gucci

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage circa 1960's dark burgundy red lizard skin purse by Gucci. Two heavy goldtone metal chain handles, small interior zip compartent and matching coin pouch.

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1960s Italian Handbags and Purses

Gucci GG Coated Canvas Tote Handbag
Gucci GG Coated Canvas Tote Handbag

Gucci GG Coated Canvas Tote Handbag

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H 10 in W 6.5 in L 14 in

Gucci GG Coated Canvas Tote Handbag

By Gucci

Located in Narberth, PA

Goldtone Metal Hardware Gucci Logo on Goldtone Metal Handle Strap Embellishments GG Printed Coated Canvas Minor Staining on Bottom of Interior 8" Inch Strap Drop

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Gucci Polished Metal Pitcher with Bamboo Handle
Gucci Polished Metal Pitcher with Bamboo Handle

Gucci Polished Metal Pitcher with Bamboo Handle

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

Polished metal pitcher with bamboo handle. Signed and made in Italy. There is also a matching bowl sold separately.

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Late 20th Century Italian Pitchers

Materials

Metal

Gucci Polished Metal Bowl with Bamboo Handle
Gucci Polished Metal Bowl with Bamboo Handle

Gucci Polished Metal Bowl with Bamboo Handle

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

Polished metal bowl or vessel with bamboo handle. Signed and made in Italy. There is also a pitcher that matches this bowl sold separately.

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Late 20th Century Italian Serving Bowls

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Metal

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Gucci Metal Handle For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary gucci metal handle 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 more. You’re likely to find the perfect gucci metal handle among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Gucci and Tom Ford for Gucci 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 is a Gucci Metal Handle?

On average, a gucci metal handle on 1stDibs sells for $723, while they’re typically $351 on the low end and $1,595 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Gucci for sale on 1stDibs

Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.

Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.

At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)

In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.

In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.

Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.

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