Vintage Seashell Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This vintage seashell purse is so sweet! I have a soft spot for anything shell-shaped, and I love that this bag is slightly quilted, with seams to emphasize the shape of a scallop sh...
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Seashell Purse
Vintage 1960's Gold Vinyl Box Bag Seashell Clasp Purse
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly mesmerising 1960's box bag, rendered in a textural gold vinyl and finished with a shell shaped clasp, is the perfect piece to complete your outfit. The rectangle shape o...
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1960s Top Handle Bags
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VINTAGE ORNATE GOLD SEASHELL COMPACT PURSE
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VINTAGE ORNATE GOLD SEASHELL COMPACT PURSE
Located in San Francisco, CA
Height: 3 1/8"
Length: 5 1/2"
Depth: 3/4"
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1940s Evening Bags and Minaudières
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Pm Octagon Seashell Bowler 870099 Brown Canvas Satchel
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H 9.84 in W 5.51 in L 12.2 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Pm Octagon Seashell Bowler 870099 Brown Canvas Satchel
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 12.2 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 31 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 9.84 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 25 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...
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20th Century French Shoulder Bags
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Medium Stop Sign Octagon 869959 Brown
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H 11.8 in W 5.9 in L 14.9 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Medium Stop Sign Octagon 869959 Brown
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
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20th Century French Evening Bags and Minaudières
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Bowler 868973 Brown Coated Canvas Sat
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H 11.8 in W 5.9 in L 14.9 in
Louis Vuitton Ellipse Monogram Mm Seashell Bowler 868973 Brown Coated Canvas Sat
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 14.9 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 38 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 11.8 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 30 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.90 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 15 cm(approx) ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières
Fortuna Golden Metal Seashell Bag
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fortuna - (Made in Italy) Golden metal seashell bag. Interior ornamented with beige suede. Snap fastener. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 23 cm x ...
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1970s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare LANVIN Art Deco Seashell metallic gold acrylic minaudiere box clutch bag Reference: BSHW/A00077 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Material: Acrylic Color: Gold Pattern: Solid ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Clutches
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Seashell Bowler Bag 94lk328s
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Seashell Bowler Bag 94lk328s Date Code/Serial Number: MI1908 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OV...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Louis Vuitton Monogram Ellipse MM Bowler Bag Clam Seashell Octagon 551lvs310
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: MI0999 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 16" Width: 6" Height: 12" Handle Drop: 4" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Accessories: Lock (No Key) ...
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20th Century Top Handle Bags
Chanel Paris-Venice Ca D’Oro Seashell 3D Embroidered Flap Bag Large Off White
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Paris-Venice Ca D’Oro Flap Bag Seashell 3D Embroidered Flap Bag 2009 Large Off White This item is a genuine CHANEL Lambskin Quilted Ca D'Oro Flap in Off White. The elegant ...
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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Woven Panama Straw Drawstring Pouch Purse W/ Pastel Seashell Embellishment
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1950s Italian Novelty Bags
Rare Vintage Judith Leiber Seashell Minaudière Purse w/ Convertible Gold Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare vintage Judith Leiber seashell minaudière, with detachable gold chain! This unique treasure originates from an actual seashell, complete with gold leather lining, and ...
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1970s Evening Bags and Minaudières
Vintage Clam Seashell Evening Bag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A retro gem from the 1970's! This beautiful seashell bag really leans into the era by making this statement vibrant gold shoulder bag. It is super chunky in shape but has a simple de...
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1970s Shoulder Bags
1960s White Wicker and Seashell Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This 1960s top handle bag is so much fun! Frame style bag with white wicker body and a pearlized white frame and top handles with brass screws. The front features a collage of real 3...
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1960s Hong Kong Top Handle Bags
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bag with Seashells
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Nantucket rattan basket bag with seashells is a unique and charming variation of the classic Nantucket basket, combining the traditional craftsmanship of woven rattan wi...
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Mid-20th Century Top Handle Bags
1980's Lisette New York Seashell Tapestry Train Case Handbag
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fun and functional Lisette of New York train case style handbag with a gold tone metal frame and a seashell motif tapestry fabric. The swivel handles part to reveal a hammer style c...
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1980s American Top Handle Bags
Oscar de la Renta Charcoal Straw Bag with Seashell and Beach Glass Decoration
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Oscar de la Renta Charcoal Straw Bag with Seashell and Beach Glass Decoration
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New Hope, PA
This charming clutch bag from Oscar de la Renta puts a whole new spin on the words "beach bag". Made from a charcoal colored straw, which is very finely woven, it has the best orname...
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Late 20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières
1970s Judith Leiber Seashell Evening Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Dallas, TX
This amazing evening clutch either dates to the late 1970s or the early 1980s. My research has found both, so I'm not sure which is correct. The shell clutch is made from a real seas...
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1970s Unknown Clutches
Celine Taupe Leather Medium Seashell Hobo
By Celine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Featuring a chic and fabulous style, this Celine hobo is distinctive and very modern. Crafted from leather, the bag features a rounded shape, a front pocket and a single handle. It c...
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2010s Italian Hobo Bags
Loewe Seashell Pouch Calfskin Mini
By Loewe
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Great. Minor peeling on exterior, light scuffs in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 4", Width 4", Depth 2", Stra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pouches and Wristlets
Dolce & Gabbana Multicolour White Cotton Capri Seashells Bag Tote Handbag DG
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H 12.6 in L 14.18 in
Dolce & Gabbana Multicolour White Cotton Capri Seashells Bag Tote Handbag DG
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in WELWYN, GB
DOLCE & GABBANA Gorgeous brand new with tags, 100% Authentic Dolce & Gabbana Women's Bag. Model: CAPRI tote bag Color: Multicolour Capri Theme Seashells Material: 80% Cotton 10% Le...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
Chanel CC Seashell Drop Necklace Metal with Pearl and Resin Gold
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
Chanel CC Seashell Drop Necklace Metal with Pearl and Resin Gold Pearl Resin Condition Details: Heavy wear, discoloration, tarnish and scratches on exterior and hardware. 45106MSC ...
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Mid-20th Century Jewelry Rolls
1960-70s Tiffany Schlumberger 18kt Gold Conch Seashell Desk & Purse Clock
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New york, NY
The present Schlumberger Tiffany 18kt yellow gold Conch Seashell clock is a magnificently innovative twist on a conch seashell which opens to reveal a clock where one would typically...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Artist Desk Accessories
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18k Gold
Judith Leiber Crystal Encrusted Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Clasps are topped with seashell like pearls. Purse is lined in gold leather, has an optional gold chain strap and comes with a comb, mirror and coin purse.
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1990s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
60s Woven Seashell Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Woven Seashell Purse. Handmade. Drawstring closure, unlined.
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1960s Unknown Novelty Bags
Judith Leiber Snail Evening Clutch Seashell
By Judith Leiber
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Judith Leiber Snail Evening Clutch Seashell is a one-of-a-kind designer piece perfect for special occasions. Meticulously crafted with a real conch sea shell in pearle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
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Seashell Purse For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary seashell purse you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have Black, Gray and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect seashell purse 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 Judith Leiber, Louis Vuitton and Celine are often thought to be among the most stylish.
How Much is a Seashell Purse?
The price for a seashell purse starts at $125 and tops out at $9,300, and on average, selling for $893.
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.
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