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CHANEL GOLD EVENING BAG
CHANEL GOLD EVENING BAG

CHANEL GOLD EVENING BAG

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare Chanel gold evening bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Evening Bags and Mina...

Chanel Rare Nude Fantasy Fur Crystal CC Evening Chain Shoulder Clutch Bag
Chanel Rare Nude Fantasy Fur Crystal CC Evening Chain Shoulder Clutch Bag

Chanel Rare Nude Fantasy Fur Crystal CC Evening Chain Shoulder Clutch Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Chanel Rare Nude Fantasy Fur Crystal CC Evening Chain Shoulder Clutch Bag Fur

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières

Gucci by Tom Ford Rare Black Mink Gold Pearl Embellished Evening Flap Bag
Gucci by Tom Ford Rare Black Mink Gold Pearl Embellished Evening Flap Bag

Gucci by Tom Ford Rare Black Mink Gold Pearl Embellished Evening Flap Bag

By Gucci

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S' NOTES Mink Gold tone hardware Faux pearl Leather interior Magnetic snap closure Made in Italy Measures 8" W x 4.5" H x 2" D

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

CHANEL RARE VINTAGE BAG
CHANEL RARE VINTAGE BAG

CHANEL RARE VINTAGE BAG

By Chanel

Located in Antwerp, BE

A rare beauty

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20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare CHANEL Quilted Velvet Binocular Bag
Rare CHANEL Quilted Velvet Binocular Bag

Rare CHANEL Quilted Velvet Binocular Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful quilted velvet binocular bag by CHANEL in amazing condition. One zippered interior

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1980s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

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

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1930s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Very rare FENDI Green Sequin Croissant bag
Very rare FENDI Green Sequin Croissant bag

Very rare FENDI Green Sequin Croissant bag

By Fendi

Located in Aurora, IL

Very rare green sequin croissant cute bag Very good condition No stains or flaws Clean interior

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Fendi Brown Leather Monogram Zucca To You Bag 1990s
Rare Fendi Brown Leather Monogram Zucca To You Bag 1990s

Rare Fendi Brown Leather Monogram Zucca To You Bag 1990s

By Fendi

Located in Brindisi, Bt

Rare Fendi zucca bag model to you, vintage 90s. Small clutch bag with monogram print, metal plate

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Metallic Pewter Lizard Mini Camera Bag With Tassel Rare
Chanel Metallic Pewter Lizard Mini Camera Bag With Tassel Rare

Chanel Metallic Pewter Lizard Mini Camera Bag With Tassel Rare

By Chanel

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Offered for sale is this rare Chanel mini camera bag in metallic pewter lizard with a tassel and

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Rare Black Quilted Lucky Charms 2.55 Reissue 225 Double Flap Bag
Chanel Rare Black Quilted Lucky Charms 2.55 Reissue 225 Double Flap Bag

Chanel Rare Black Quilted Lucky Charms 2.55 Reissue 225 Double Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel rare first edition black quilted distressed calfskin leather Lucky Charms 2.55 reissue

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rare Chanel Suede Evening Bag
Rare Chanel Suede Evening Bag

Rare Chanel Suede Evening Bag

By Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect for a night out! Chanel vintage evening bag is done in a fuchsia pink suede with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Handbags and Purses

Rare Chanel Gold Leather Quilted Mini Flap Handbag 5.5"
Rare Chanel Gold Leather Quilted Mini Flap Handbag 5.5"

Rare Chanel Gold Leather Quilted Mini Flap Handbag 5.5"

By Chanel

Located in US

Rare, Chanel mini evening bag with both diamond and stripe quilting. Fits iPhone 5s. Small inside

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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Petite Chanel Lambskin Bag
Petite Chanel Lambskin Bag

Petite Chanel Lambskin Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A petite black lambskin Chanel bag with classic interlaced leather chain strap. Large stitched CC

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Late 20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Faux Pearl & Glass Bead Hand Bag-Hong Kong
Vintage Faux Pearl & Glass Bead Hand Bag-Hong Kong

Vintage Faux Pearl & Glass Bead Hand Bag-Hong Kong

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

20th Century faux pearl & silver glass hand beaded Hong Kong evening bag. This rare floral motif

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Chanel Tassel Clutch, Evening Bag Rare
Vintage Chanel Tassel Clutch, Evening Bag Rare

Vintage Chanel Tassel Clutch, Evening Bag Rare

By Chanel

Located in Hiroshima City, JP

Vintage Chanel evening bag with long tassel. Its subtle, beautiful moss green color and

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1980s Italian Top Handle Bags

Rare Judith Leiber Jeweled and Embroidered Evening Bag
Rare Judith Leiber Jeweled and Embroidered Evening Bag

Rare Judith Leiber Jeweled and Embroidered Evening Bag

Located in Los Angeles, CA

made in limited editions. This evening bag is very rare, and atypical for her. It's a black satin bag

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Late 20th Century Italian More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Metal

Salvatore Ferragamo Black Rare Kelly Evening Top Handle Satchel Bag
Salvatore Ferragamo Black Rare Kelly Evening Top Handle Satchel Bag

Salvatore Ferragamo Black Rare Kelly Evening Top Handle Satchel Bag

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Salvatore Ferragamo Black Rare Kelly Evening Top Handle Satchel Bag Crocodile

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel Rare Black Wicker Picnic Lunch Box Evening Shoulder Bag
Chanel Rare Black Wicker Picnic Lunch Box Evening Shoulder Bag

Chanel Rare Black Wicker Picnic Lunch Box Evening Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel Rare Black Wicker Picnic Lunch Box Evening Shoulder Bag Wicker Metal Gold tone hardware

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Late 20th Century Italian Novelty Bags

Chloe Rare Leather Gold Hardware Top Handle Satchel Evening Bag
Chloe Rare Leather Gold Hardware Top Handle Satchel Evening Bag

Chloe Rare Leather Gold Hardware Top Handle Satchel Evening Bag

By Chloé

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES INCREDIBLE price reduction for a limited time only! Oh so Jackie O! Leather Gold tone hardware Zipper closure Interior features one pocket and one zipper ...

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Late 20th Century Top Handle Bags

A Rare Pristine Chanel Black Patent Leather 'Lucky Charms' Evening Bag
A Rare Pristine Chanel Black Patent Leather 'Lucky Charms' Evening Bag

A Rare Pristine Chanel Black Patent Leather 'Lucky Charms' Evening Bag

By Chanel Boutique, Chanel

Located in London, GB

A Very Chic Chanel Black 'Lucky Charms' Embossed, Patent Leather Evening Bag with Silver Hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

RARE Spratling Sterling Silver Gold Beaded Evening Bag or Box 1962
RARE Spratling Sterling Silver Gold Beaded Evening Bag or Box 1962

RARE Spratling Sterling Silver Gold Beaded Evening Bag or Box 1962

By William Spratling

Located in New York, NY

Please visit Lauren Stanley. A rare, circa 1962 sterling silver and gold beaded evening bag or

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Vintage 1960s Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Hermes Vintage Rare Navy Blue Leather H Whipstitch Evening Clutch Flap Bag
Hermes Vintage Rare Navy Blue Leather H Whipstitch Evening Clutch Flap Bag

Hermes Vintage Rare Navy Blue Leather H Whipstitch Evening Clutch Flap Bag

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Leather Leather lining Fold-in flap closure Interior features two pockets Date code Circle G (1977) Measures 10.5" W x 6.5" H x 1" D

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1970s Clutches

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Rare Evening Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary rare evening bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Beige and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a rare evening bag may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Hermès and Gucci each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a rare evening bag for sale for women should be easy, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Rare Evening Bag?

The price for a rare evening bag starts at $295 and tops out at $75,000, and on average, selling for $3,475.

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.

Questions About Rare Evening Bag
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An evening bag can also be called a reticule or an indispensable. It was a small handbag, popular in the late 17th century and early 18th century. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and contemporary handbags from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What makes a Chanel bag rare is the craftsmanship and the demand. Because of the time it takes to produce each bag, Chanel makes only a limited number each season, and the popularity of the French luxury fashion house’s pieces means that the available inventory sells quickly. For its spectacular seasonal runway shows, Chanel designs special bags that are typically produced in smaller editions, making them all the more desirable and prompting long waiting lists, while many handbags that are sought after today are objects of pure fantasy conjured up by the late couturier Karl Lagerfeld, whose prolific tenure at the helm of Chanel lasted from 1983 to 2019. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Two of the most rare Louis Vuitton handbags include the limited edition Alma Panthere bag in monogram canvas and leather, which was a collaboration with Azzedine Alaia, and another collaboration bag, this time with Richard Prince on the iconic Speedy bag in Aquarelle monogram canvas. Shop a collection of authentic Louis Vuitton purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.