Gucci Italy Ebony Black Leather Hand Clasp Wallet in Presentation Box c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Rare ebony black leather hand clasp wallet in Gucci presentation box c 1970s The
Gucci Italy Ebony Black Leather Hand Clasp Wallet in Presentation Box c 1970s
By Gucci
Located in University City, MO
Gucci Italy Rare ebony black leather hand clasp wallet in Gucci presentation box c 1970s The
OLD CELINE Small Classic Box Bag red scalred leather gold clasp crossbody bag
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Small Classic Box Bag red scalred leather gold clasp crossbody bag Reference: TGAS
KATE SPADE brown leopard print faux fur gold ball clasp crossbody evening bag
By Kate Spade
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KATE SPADE brown leopard print faux fur gold ball clasp crossbody evening bag Reference: ANWU
new JIMMY CHOO Lockett Petite tan suede gold studded clasp flap shoulder bag
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new JIMMY CHOO Lockett Petite tan suede gold studded clasp flap shoulder bag Brand: Jimmy Choo
1970's Gucci Sterling Silver Minaudiere with Lapis Clasp and Blue Silk Tassel
By Gucci
Located in New Hope, PA
clasp and a silk tassel. The clutch has a ribbed design worked on the diagonal. The hinge is the back is
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Iconic Black Box Handbag with Lucite Heart Clasp
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
clasp. Black grosgrain lining. Flap closure. One little inner pocket (for a pocket mirror for
Black Moiré Satin Bag with Gold Plated Frame and Rhinestone Clasp circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
rhinestone clasp. Inside there is a pale green lining, with one pocket. There is some wear to the gold
Rare Chanel Vintage White Caviar Mini Clasp Camera Case Bag 24k GHW 67256
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
camera with CC clasp style only twice before - and consider this a rare sighting indeed, especially in
Benchmade Leatherworks Inc. Wicker and Straw Bag with Chain Strap and Mesh Clasp
Located in London, GB
marks to the lining. The clasp has scratches, and also some minor wear to the mesh. The wicker and straw
Cartier Black box calf clutch or gold chain shoulder bag gold clasp with stone
By Cartier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cartier black box calf clutch, shoulder bag with gold hardware and blue jewel clasp...Outside open
An exquisite Art Deco petit point bag, with a double jade bar clasp, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
the lift and open clasp and are set in cast and patterned gilt metal. The bag can be used as a clutch
Sold|$350
French Glazed black alligator wallet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
in black leather...Includes a change purse with gold clasp, bill holder and places for credit cards
1920s Chinese Silk Embroidered Clutch Bag
Located in London, GB
purse with clasp closure and a further two pockets on the sides. One of the cutest details in the bag
1950s a Delill Creation Vinyl Bucket Bag with Roses Swirls and Gold Lamé Trim
Located in London, GB
purse with a clasp closure, and a zip pocket. The bag is in good condition, with some signs of use
1960s Vintage Whiting and Davis Gold Metal Mesh Handbag or Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful shiny vintage Whiting and Davis gold metal mesh purse. Features an intricate clasp, with
Red Velvet Evening Clutch with Onyx Closure and Chained Mirror, 1950s
By Chas Stevens
Located in Tucson, AZ
tethered with a narrow chain, the clasp transforms the purse into a piece of Brutalist jewelry that will
Black Gloss Alligator House of Grimaldi Saks Handbag and Mirror, France - 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
side pocket and clasping change purse on one side, and width-spanning side and pen pockets on other
ESCADA Handbag Pearl Lime Green Reptile Embossed Leather 1980's New Never Used
By Escada
Located in Wallkill, NY
Pearlized Soft Green color Reptile Embossed Leather Box Shaped Shoulder bag Purse with SILVER tone
Antique 14 karat gold and leather coin purse / wallet
Located in Chonburi, TH
Introducing a rare and exquisite antique leather coin purse/wallet, adorned with opulent 14-karat
Gold
Vintage 1960s Genuine Aligator Cross Body Purse with Circle Latch
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage genuine Aligator purse with alligator shoulder strap, with a small zippered pocket inside
Alligator
Sold|$1,900
1990s Judith Leiber Miser's Purse Minaudiere
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
pusiinging a button on the side of the purse. Clasp works well and bag closes with a loud snap. All stones
Mother of Pearl Shell Box or Coin Purse
Located in Richmond, VA
An exceptional, 20th century mother-of-pearl shell trinket box or coin purse. Clasp is in excellent
Brass
French Small Shoulder Bag with Jeweled Strap
Located in New York, NY
stones and is 27" long. The stones are maroon and 2 shades of tan. Comes with a matching change purse
Original Art Deco Purse or Clutch bag Handbag with Scottie Dog
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
excellent, with minor Patina wear for age, some minor thinning at the inner purse clasp cloth area, and a
Chanel quilted golden leather small evening bag, 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Paris, FR
small gilded metal straps entwined with golden leather. Gilded metal purse clasp. Golden lining with
1960's French Alligator Purse with Tassel Clasp
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage 1960's brown alligator skin purse. Small evening size with goldtone tassel clasp. High
Rare Lucite Purse with Red handle and Clasp
By Evans Case Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
beautiful fittings. This purse has a great interior, with matching accessories. It includes
Judith Leiber Purple Karung Purse with Amethyst Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber purple karung (lizard) purse with amethyst and lapis clasp from the 1980's. There are
Vibrant Fabric Purse Turtle Clasp Saks 5th Ave.
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1960's, made for Saks 5th Ave. Gold metal turtle clasp with green rhinestone eyes.
Hermes Classic Handbag Purse in Brown Tourniquet Clasp
By Hermès
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This timeless handbag is an Hermes classic. Dark Brown boxcalf with hardware and clasp in a deep
Judith Leiber Black Karung Purse with Pearl/RHinestone Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber black karung (lizard) purse from the 1980's. The purse has a decorative clasp with a
Judith Leiber Black Karung Purse with Rhinestone Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Black karung lizard Judith Leiber purse with rhinestone black and white clasp circa 1980's. Purse
Victorian Sterling Silver Mesh Evening Purse with Filigree Clasp
Located in New York City, NY
Victorian sterling silver mesh evening bag with ornate paisley filigree clasp and chain handle. In
Vintage Black Purse with Studed Lucite Clasp
Located in New York, NY
store, Blum's Vogue. The lucite clasp is studded with brass and to open the purse you
Sold|$1,200
Beaded Purse with Brass Clasp and Handle.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beaded floral purse with fringe - very delicate but not fragile. Brass clasp and frame with brass
Art Deco handbag purse with huge bakelite clasp
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Handbag with Swirled Tortoiseshell Bakelite, with large, Rolled-over top clasps with black
Marc Jacobs Black Leather Quilted Clasp Purse with Gold Chain
By Marc Jacobs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Marc Jacobs quilted black leather clasp purse offers a novel way to own a luxury handbag
Art Deco rare celluloid Dance or Tango purse with Buddha clasp
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
, The purse has a little Buddha as the clasp, and when opened, reveals the original Face Mirror, and the
Sold|$475
Gold Snake Evening Purse
Located in Topanga, CA
Shiny gold evening purse with snake clasp. Chain strap can be used or kept inside to hold as a
Barry Kieselstein Cord Small Blue Purse
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Toronto, ON
Barry Kieselstein Cord small blue purse. Signature alligator head clasp and long cross-body chain
Mocha Judith Leiber Alligator Clutch/Purse
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1980's mocha colored Judith Leiber alligator clutch style purse. The clasp is a
Vintage Gucci Leather Bamboo Handle Purse
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Classic Gucci black leather bamboo handle purse with bamboo turn clasp. Lining is bright red, has
Chanel Gold and Olive Ponyhair Coin Purse
By Chanel
Located in San Francisco, CA
, which is engraved with a chain print and Chanel text. A little gold chain and clasp attach the purse to
Jacomo Snakeskin Jeweled Clasp Evening Bag
By Jacomo
Located in New York City, NY
Small evening bag by Jacomo Paris with snakeskin exterior surrounded by ornate gold-toned border with colorful glass jewels and simulated pearl beads. Satin royal blue lining is exc...
Gucci Vintage Alligator Bag with Lapis Clasp
By Gucci
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Gucci Vintage Alligator Bag with Lapis Clasp. Classic styled Alligator Bag with a Lapis
Judith Leiber Small Lizzard Clutch Amethyst Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Judith Leiber Small Lizzard Clutch Amethyst Clasp. Great pallet, Gray Lizzard, Black Onyx
Sold|$895
Celine Clasp Chain Clutch Leather
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
: Clasp Chain Clutch Leather Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: White Interior Material: Leather
LOUIS VUITTON Damier Azur Koala Clasp Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic LOUIS VUITTON Damier Azur Koala Clasp Wallet. This wallet is done in Louis
Micro Beaded Lace 1940s Clutch with Cameo Clasp
Located in New York, NY
sewn over beige lace leaving a floral and leaf design. The clasp is a genuine shell cameo set in silver
Sold|$2,121
Hermès Brown Leather Purse
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
. - Hermès Purse - Brown leather - Clasp: silver zip - Inside: brown leather, several inside pockets
Judith Leiber metallic woven bag with crystal clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Judith Leiber metallic woven bag with crystal clasp
Chanel handbag Lamb skin 2.55 clasp. Jumbo size
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel handbag Lamb skin 2.55 clasp. Jumbo size Black color Lamb skin Jumbo size
Judith Leiber Black Python Bag/Onyx & Carnelian Clasp
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
and onyx clasp. Gold tone shoulder length chain with 23" drop. Inside slip pocket. Black fabric lining
Sold|$2,810
Chanel CC Clasp Clutch Embellished Leather
By Chanel
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Chanel CC Clasp Clutch Embellished Leather is a stunning and stylish bag perfect for
Sold|$2,150
Fendi Clasp-Fastening Clutch Bag Crochet
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 8", Width 13", Depth 3" Designer: Fendi Model: Clasp
Sold|$2,350
Gucci Alligator Clutch with Tigers Eye Clasp
By Gucci
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
. Stunning rich tobacco brown alligator is highlighted by a gold metal clasp with two tigers eye cabochons
Sold|$1,710
Celine Clasp Flap Bag Leather
By Celine
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 9.5", Height 9", Width 12.5", Depth 5" Designer: Celine Model: Clasp Flap Bag Leather
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.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Accented with a sculptural golden handle and a pair of swishy tassels, the design never went into production.
These celebrities prove that the famous design works with both sleek dresses and streetwear.
Fashion designers are revisiting and reimagining the era's It bags.
The sale sets a new record for the highly coveted handbag.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Several of the pieces sold for well above their estimates.