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Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s

Located in University City, MO

Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan

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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s

By Elgin

Located in University City, MO

Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder
Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder

Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse with Mother of Pearl and Key Holder

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

! Beautiful Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Purse w. Mother of Pearl Accent and Matching Key Holder. Length of

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20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950's Kay Craft Mother-of-Pearl Minaudiere
1950's Kay Craft Mother-of-Pearl Minaudiere

1950's Kay Craft Mother-of-Pearl Minaudiere

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Vintage mother-of-pearl and gold-plate minaudière with interior compartments for lipstick, powder

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Brass and Mother of Pearl Heart Minaudière
Vintage Brass and Mother of Pearl Heart Minaudière

Vintage Brass and Mother of Pearl Heart Minaudière

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

enchanting design. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this clutch features a delicate mother of

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1980s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Handbag with Mother of Pearl Frame
Vintage Handbag with Mother of Pearl Frame

Vintage Handbag with Mother of Pearl Frame

Located in London, GB

A lovely vintage handbag with a mother or pearl frame. The bag is lined in satin with two pouch

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1940s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

50s Hand-Beaded French Handbag with Mother-of-Pearl
50s Hand-Beaded French Handbag with Mother-of-Pearl

50s Hand-Beaded French Handbag with Mother-of-Pearl

Located in Gresham, OR

in a intricate herringbone pattern with an embellished metal frame with gold-tone metal, mother-of

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Black Hardware
Chanel Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Black Hardware

Chanel Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Black Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

shoulder strap. Brand: Chanel Product: Minaudière Limited Edition Mother-Of-Pearl Size: L 16.8 X H

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2010s French Clutches

Mother of Pearl and Filigree 1950s Compact Purse Minaudiere
Mother of Pearl and Filigree 1950s Compact Purse Minaudiere

Mother of Pearl and Filigree 1950s Compact Purse Minaudiere

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous checker board pattern of mother of pearl and gold filigree compact purse, minaudiere

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1950s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Opulent Mother of Pearl Compact Cigarette Case Clutch
Opulent Mother of Pearl Compact Cigarette Case Clutch

Opulent Mother of Pearl Compact Cigarette Case Clutch

By Evans Case Company

Located in University City, MO

Opulent mother of pearl compact, cigarette case, clutch c 1960 The elegant case is embellished

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1930s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Evans Mother of Pearl Compact Wristlet Handbag, 1950s
Evans Mother of Pearl Compact Wristlet Handbag, 1950s

Evans Mother of Pearl Compact Wristlet Handbag, 1950s

By Evans Case Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

mother-of-pearl inlay is particularly eye catching with shades of brown, pink, taupe and minty green

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Opulent Mother Of Pearl Gilt Trim Shell Clutch Bag c 1980s
Opulent Mother Of Pearl Gilt Trim Shell Clutch Bag c 1980s

Opulent Mother Of Pearl Gilt Trim Shell Clutch Bag c 1980s

Located in University City, MO

Opulent mother of pearl gilt trim shell clutch bag The unique evening bag is designed with a

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Late 20th Century Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag
1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag

1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag

Located in University City, MO

1950s Art Deco Mother of pearl black doeskin suede wristlet evening bag. The elegant rectangular

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1950s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950’s Wiesner of Miami Rhinestone and Mother-of-Pearl Compact Handbag
1950’s Wiesner of Miami Rhinestone and Mother-of-Pearl Compact Handbag

1950’s Wiesner of Miami Rhinestone and Mother-of-Pearl Compact Handbag

Located in Atlanta, GA

an embellished rhinestone and mother-of-pearl top and serpentine chain handle. A push button closure

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Darby Scott Mother of Pearl Minaudière
Darby Scott Mother of Pearl Minaudière

Darby Scott Mother of Pearl Minaudière

By Darby Scott

Located in Teaneck, NJ

Gorgeous Darby Scott mother of pearl minaudière, with detachable multi chain strap.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Handbags and Purses

1940'S Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Compact Minaudiere
1940'S Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Compact Minaudiere

1940'S Mother-of-Pearl and Brass Compact Minaudiere

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

. Made of brushed gold tone brass and mother-of-pearl a inlay.

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1940'S Mother Of Pearl and Brass Double Sided Minaudiere Compact
1940'S Mother Of Pearl and Brass Double Sided Minaudiere Compact

1940'S Mother Of Pearl and Brass Double Sided Minaudiere Compact

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1940'S Exquisite & Rare Double Sided Mother Of Pearl and Brass Minauiere Compact. This checker

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Bottega Veneta Purse - Mother of Pearl - New
Vintage Bottega Veneta Purse - Mother of Pearl - New

Vintage Bottega Veneta Purse - Mother of Pearl - New

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Boca Raton, FL

mother of pearl over a clear plastic lining attached by grommets. It is extremely rare and perfect for

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1980s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaududiere Compact-Evening Bag.
1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaududiere Compact-Evening Bag.

1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaududiere Compact-Evening Bag.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1940'S Mother Of Pearl & Brass Minaudiere Compact-Evening Bag. This lovely multi purpose piece

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières

21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Wristlet Hand Bag
21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Wristlet Hand Bag

21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl & Swarovski Crystal Wristlet Hand Bag

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

21st Century & New Mother Of Pearl, Swarovski Crystal And Iridescent Sequin Wristlet Style Evening

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

70'S Hand Beaded & Mother Of Pearl Sculptural Ring Hong Kong Handbag
70'S Hand Beaded & Mother Of Pearl Sculptural Ring Hong Kong Handbag

70'S Hand Beaded & Mother Of Pearl Sculptural Ring Hong Kong Handbag

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

. Features a raised beaded floral motif with mother-of-pearl inlay on frame and button snap closure. Mother

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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Evening Bags and Minaudières

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By Christian Dior

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Located in Boca Raton, FL

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Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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GUCCI brown Ostrich leather LARGE Shoulder Bag

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By Gucci

Located in Zürich, CH

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By Guy Laroche

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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Minaudiere Mother Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary minaudiere mother pearl you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Beige and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Black, Gray and more. Finding the perfect minaudiere mother pearl 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Evans Case Company, Gucci and Tom Ford for Gucci each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 Minaudiere Mother Pearl?

The price for a minaudiere mother pearl starts at $95 and tops out at $2,895, and on average, selling for $236.

Finding the Right Evening-bags-minaudieres for You

Vintage and designer evening bags and minaudières are elegant accessories that can elevate an ensemble and add an air of sophistication.

Evening bags began as coin purses and pouches. They were practical accessories before travel necessitated large cases and handbags eventually emerged and became a fashion statement. Evening bags grew in popularity with both men and women and, by the early 14th century, included details like embroidery and fine materials such as silk. As women began carrying hand fans, calling cards and perfumes, the evening bag became roomier while keeping its compact charm. Some designers added a thin shoulder strap. Today, the simplicity of a clutch or luxury evening bag remains as stylish as ever.

Minaudières are ornamental cases designed to hold personal items such as jewelry or cosmetics. A version of a vanity case, the minaudière was pioneered in 1933 by Charles Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels. Made from metal, it could be engraved, decorated with precious stones or lacquered. The decade saw the popularity of these jewel-like pieces and other evening bags with Hollywood celebrities and others.

Though some of the world’s best-known luxury brands followed suit, minaudières are now made by only a small number of fashion houses such as Judith Leiber, Chanel, Versace and Hermès.

Shop an array of luxury designer evening bags and vintage minaudières in a range of designs, colors and styles to complement any outfit on 1stDibs.