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Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black
Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black

Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black

$440Sale Price|59% Off

H 10 in W 2.5 in L 8.5 in

Vintage GUCCI Calfskin Leather Mini Book Tote Bag Black

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of smooth calfskin leather in black and black enameled

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1980s Paloma Picasso Cream and Gold Leather Book Bag
1980s Paloma Picasso Cream and Gold Leather Book Bag

1980s Paloma Picasso Cream and Gold Leather Book Bag

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Toronto, Ontario

features the alphabet in large gold letters and mirrors the cover design of a whimsical faux library book

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Dior Red Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 98da43
Dior Red Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 98da43

Dior Red Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 98da43

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: BO L 0090 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.1" Height: 12.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 10" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) ...

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s
White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s

White Lucite Handbag -Book piece Top handle Wilardy Dooner 1960s

Located in Wallkill, NY

1950s Wilardy Opaque, Marbled White Lucite Purse, Ornate Clasp, Great Handel Mirror inside top of handbag with a Stunning Pearl and Crystal Decorative clasp. Measuring 10 WIDE X 5 D...

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1950s American Vintage Book Bags

S/S 1992 Donna Karan Runway Black Leather Book Style Clutch Travel Bag
S/S 1992 Donna Karan Runway Black Leather Book Style Clutch Travel Bag

S/S 1992 Donna Karan Runway Black Leather Book Style Clutch Travel Bag

By Donna Karan

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this chic black leather Donna Karan bag debuted on the season's runway. Constructed entirely of leather, this hard shell bag features a rectan...

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1990s Unknown Vintage Book Bags

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.
Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Edition 1999. Large

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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Book Bags

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Paper

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.
Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Ed.

By Rizzoli

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Bags : A Lexicon of Style Valerie Steele, Laird Borrelli Hardcover Book 1st Edition 1999. Large

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Late 20th Century North American Vintage Book Bags

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90s Paloma Picasso Oversized Brown Leather Book Purse
90s Paloma Picasso Oversized Brown Leather Book Purse

90s Paloma Picasso Oversized Brown Leather Book Purse

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Los Angeles, CA

antiquarian book. With stamped gold embellishment. Hidden detachable handle - converts to clutch. Inner

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1990s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Paloma Picasso book style evening bag
Paloma Picasso book style evening bag

Paloma Picasso book style evening bag

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H 4 in W 5.5 in D 2 in

Paloma Picasso book style evening bag

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Paloma Picasso book style black suede with gold leather details evening bag. Can be used on the

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Dior Signature Monogram Oblique Trotter Book Shopper 870080 Black Canvas Tote
Dior Signature Monogram Oblique Trotter Book Shopper 870080 Black Canvas Tote

Dior Signature Monogram Oblique Trotter Book Shopper 870080 Black Canvas Tote

By Christian Dior

Located in Forest Hills, NY

Width (inch) : 15.7 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 40 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 13.7 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 35 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 5.51 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 14 cm(approx) ...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Book Bags

Figural "Book" Bag
Figural "Book" Bag

Figural "Book" Bag

Located in New York, NY

Charming figural "book" bag in black satin with embroidered crest and detailing. Flap opens in

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1980s American Vintage Book Bags

Vintage FENDI Leopard Printed Jacquard Book Tote Bag
Vintage FENDI Leopard Printed Jacquard Book Tote Bag

Vintage FENDI Leopard Printed Jacquard Book Tote Bag

By Fendi

Located in Bangkok, TH

1990s Fendi book tote in brown and black leopard printed jacquard featuring one interior zip pocket

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1990s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote bag 208da84
Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote bag 208da84

Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote bag 208da84

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 06RU 0034 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 12.5" Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Ex...

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 108da6
Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 108da6

Dior Pink Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 108da6

By Christian Dior

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 06RU 0074 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 12" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) ...

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

Vintage GUCCI Mini Calfskin Leather Book Tote Crossbody Bag Red
Vintage GUCCI Mini Calfskin Leather Book Tote Crossbody Bag Red

Vintage GUCCI Mini Calfskin Leather Book Tote Crossbody Bag Red

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini book tote crossbody bag is crafted of calfskin leather in red featuring a

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1990s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Dior Rasta Monogram Trotter Book Tote Bag Jamaican Motif 255da56
Dior Rasta Monogram Trotter Book Tote Bag Jamaican Motif 255da56

Dior Rasta Monogram Trotter Book Tote Bag Jamaican Motif 255da56

By Christian Dior

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: 11-MA-0034 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 15" Width: 4" Height: 11.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or B+ ) Sign...

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 862da49
Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 862da49

Dior Navy Monogram Trotter Book Tote Shopper Bag 862da49

By Christian Dior

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: BO G 0073 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 10.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 9" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear...

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

Limited Photo Book Sumo by Helmut Newton for Bags with Frame by Philippe Starck
Limited Photo Book Sumo by Helmut Newton for Bags with Frame by Philippe Starck

Limited Photo Book Sumo by Helmut Newton for Bags with Frame by Philippe Starck

By TASCHEN, Helmut Newton

Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE

Der Original-SUMO, die Erstausgabe von 1999 mit über 400 Bildern des Meisterfotografen Helmut Newton, mit dazu passendem Buchständer des Architekten und Designers Philippe Starck. ...

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1990s Post-Modern Vintage Book Bags

Materials

Paper

Paloma Picasso Gold Book Bag, Jeweled Clasp
Paloma Picasso Gold Book Bag, Jeweled Clasp

Paloma Picasso Gold Book Bag, Jeweled Clasp

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H 7.25 in W 5.5 in D 2 in

Paloma Picasso Gold Book Bag, Jeweled Clasp

By Paloma Picasso

Located in New Hope, PA

Paloma Picasso designed a series of these witty book bags in leather and suede, this gold leather

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Vintage Burberry Book Bag
Vintage Burberry Book Bag

Vintage Burberry Book Bag

By Burberry

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Burberry book bag for men or women. Heavy cotton duck with leather trim. Signature plaid

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1980s British Vintage Book Bags

Vintage GUCCI Caramel Leather Mini Book Tote Bag
Vintage GUCCI Caramel Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

Vintage GUCCI Caramel Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

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H 11.5 in W 2.25 in L 7.5 in

Vintage GUCCI Caramel Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin leather in caramel color featuring a

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

Vintage GUCCI Black Leather Mini Book Tote Bag
Vintage GUCCI Black Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

Vintage GUCCI Black Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

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H 11.5 in W 2.25 in L 7.5 in

Vintage GUCCI Black Leather Mini Book Tote Bag

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin’s leather in black featuring a detachable

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1990s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag

1970s Vintage GUCCI Brown Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic brown diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures

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1970s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag
1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag

1970s Vintage GUCCI Black Diamanté Jacquard Book Tote Bag

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

1970s Gucci book tote in Gucci iconic black diamanté jacquard and leather. Made in Italy. Measures

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1970s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1990s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Book Tote Bag Beige
1990s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Book Tote Bag Beige

1990s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Book Tote Bag Beige

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI book tote bag is crafted of pigskin leather in beige featuring gold toned

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1990s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1980s Vintage GUCCI Mini Book Tote Bag Pigskin Leather Hunter Green
1980s Vintage GUCCI Mini Book Tote Bag Pigskin Leather Hunter Green

1980s Vintage GUCCI Mini Book Tote Bag Pigskin Leather Hunter Green

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI mini book tote is crafted of pigskin leather in hunter green and enameled

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1980's Paloma Picasso Black & Gold Faux Library Book Handbag
1980's Paloma Picasso Black & Gold Faux Library Book Handbag

1980's Paloma Picasso Black & Gold Faux Library Book Handbag

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Toronto, Ontario

graphic on front of bag, mirrors the cover design of a whimsical faux library book. The fantasy shape

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1980s Italian Vintage Book Bags

1950s Navy Blue Book Purse
1950s Navy Blue Book Purse

1950s Navy Blue Book Purse

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H 7 in D 3.25 in L 10 in

1950s Navy Blue Book Purse

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Navy blue top-handle handbag featuring a book motif and shape. The front and back has gold

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1950s Vintage Book Bags

Christian Dior Rose de Vent Calfskin Book Tote
Christian Dior Rose de Vent Calfskin Book Tote

Christian Dior Rose de Vent Calfskin Book Tote

Located in West palm beach, FL

The Dior Book Tote, an original style introduced by Dior's Creative Director, Maria Grazia Chiuri

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20th Century Vintage Book Bags

Vintage Judith Leiber Book Bag Minaudiere
Vintage Judith Leiber Book Bag Minaudiere

Vintage Judith Leiber Book Bag Minaudiere

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H 3.25 in W 5.25 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Judith Leiber Book Bag Minaudiere

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Absolutely gorgeous Judith Leiber minaudiere from the 1980's. This one is large enough for any smart phone and will actually hold more than enough for your night out. All the various...

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1990s American Vintage Book Bags

1990s Judith Leiber Book Minaudiere/Evening Bag
1990s Judith Leiber Book Minaudiere/Evening Bag

1990s Judith Leiber Book Minaudiere/Evening Bag

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H 3.13 in D 2.5 in L 5.25 in

1990s Judith Leiber Book Minaudiere/Evening Bag

By Judith Leiber

Located in New York, NY

Absolutely gorgeous Judith Leiber minaudiere from the 1980's. This one is large enough for many smart phones and will actually hold more than enough for your night out. All the vario...

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1990s American Vintage Book Bags

Book Hinged Gray Leather Handbag by Magda Makay
Book Hinged Gray Leather Handbag by Magda Makay

Book Hinged Gray Leather Handbag by Magda Makay

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H 12.5 in W 8.88 in D 4.5 in

Book Hinged Gray Leather Handbag by Magda Makay

Located in Chicago, IL

This cleverly engineered handbag opens like a book to expose two separate interior compartments

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1960s American Vintage Book Bags

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By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

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21st Century and Contemporary French Vintage Book Bags

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Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli

Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli

By Schiaparelli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped on the bust with tulle sh...

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1960s Unknown Vintage Book Bags

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Chanel Black Mini Logo Satin Silk Texturized Shoulder Tote

Chanel Black Mini Logo Satin Silk Texturized Shoulder Tote

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Rare Satin Silk Texturized Mini Vintage Logo Tote 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold hardware CC turn-lock top closure Gold metallic interior Internal slip pocket 6.5" H x 6.7" W...

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1990s French Vintage Book Bags

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Glika Bag Rouge H Box Leather Golden Hdw 28 cm
Exceptional Hermès Vintage Glika Bag Rouge H Box Leather Golden Hdw 28 cm

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Glika Bag Rouge H Box Leather Golden Hdw 28 cm

$5,639Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.06 in W 3.35 in L 11.03 in

Exceptional Hermès Vintage Glika Bag Rouge H Box Leather Golden Hdw 28 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Bag "GLIKA" Made in France Vintage item Outside made of Box Smooth Leather, Inside lined with finely grained leather Colorway: Rouge H (Hermè...

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1980s French Vintage Book Bags

Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977

Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...

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1970s French Vintage Book Bags

Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch

Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from 2003/2004. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dangling large gunmetal silver metal C...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Book Bags

Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970
Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970

Harry Rosenfeld Opulent Gilt Metal Lion Evening Bag Made in Italy c 1970

By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy, Harry Rosenfeld

Located in University City, MO

HARRY ROSENFELD Opulent gilt metal lion evening bag Made in Italy The lavish gold metal cylinder evening bag is adorned with a pair of ornate lion emblems on each exterior side ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Book Bags

GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch

GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch

By Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...

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Limited Edition Coach Glovetanned Leather Box Clutch
Limited Edition Coach Glovetanned Leather Box Clutch

Limited Edition Coach Glovetanned Leather Box Clutch

$639Sale Price|35% Off

H 4.25 in W 6.88 in D 2 in

Limited Edition Coach Glovetanned Leather Box Clutch

By Coach House

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a limited edition Coach glovetanned leather box clutch with a brass turn or twist closure. It's part of Coach's special collection of archival Coach silhouettes remade for no...

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2010s American Vintage Book Bags

Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s
Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s

Longchamps Paris Ivory Floral Micro Bead Evening Bag w Chain Handle, 1950s

By Longchamps

Located in Tucson, AZ

A rare Longchamps--not Longchamp--evening purse made even more noteworthy by its swirling micro bead pattern, punctuated by delicate pink and blue pavé flowers. A diminutive but powe...

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1950s French Vintage Book Bags

Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2018, this iconic handbag is a testament...

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2010s French Vintage Book Bags

Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.
Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.

Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag, Saks Fifth Ave.

Located in New York, NY

Elaborate Beaded French Evening Bag of gold seed beads with tri color cabochon and gilt bullion embroidery. Incredibly intensive Haute Couture quality hand embroidery with silk satin...

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1950s French Vintage Book Bags

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Hermes Birkin HSS 35 Porosus Crocodile Black Red La Rosee One of a Kind Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an extraordinary one of a kind Hermes 35 Birkin HSS bag. Black porosus crocodile with the dewdrop detailed La Rosee red velvet rose on front. This special order B...

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Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch
Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch

Tom Ford for Gucci Dragonfly Gold Metal MicroGuccissima Enamel Minaudiere Clutch

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Dragonfly Minaudiere in Micro Guccissima Embossed Gold tone Metal and Enamel Clutch 2000"s Collection This striking Gucci Minaudiere is rendered in Micro Gucc...

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1990s Chanel Quilted Mint Green Top Handle Bag

1990s Chanel Quilted Mint Green Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Vintage Chanel Mint Green (pastel light mint green) quilted top handle tote bag, matte gold handle with beautiful pearl stud edges, two separate purse opening slots with pearl pink c...

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Hermes Gold Kelly 25cm Tan Sellier Shoulder Bag NEW IN BOX

Hermes Gold Kelly 25cm Tan Sellier Shoulder Bag NEW IN BOX

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Gold Kelly 25cm Tan Sellier Shoulder Bag The most wanted bag and the only one you need this spring summer! Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on...

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Vintage Book Bags For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage book bags. For vintage book bags, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gold, gray and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing vintage book bags such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gucci, Moschino and Franco Moschino each produced popular versions that are 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 are Vintage Book Bags?

Prices for vintage book bags can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $195 and can go as high as $120,000, while these items, on average, fetch $1,148.

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 bagBirkin, 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.

Questions About Vintage Book Bags
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What is considered a vintage bag may vary based on personal opinion. However, most experts agree that any handbag produced more than 50 years ago is a vintage accessory. On 1stDibs, you can find a wide range of vintage bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if a Fendi bag is vintage, first look for its serial number. If your bag lacks one, it was likely produced before 1980. Since any Fendi piece over 20 years old is considered vintage, a piece that lacks a serial number will usually be a vintage bag. If you find a serial number, research it using trusted online resources to get a rough idea of its age. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert can assist you with the dating process. Shop a variety of Fendi bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    For Chanel bags, any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage. While Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel began to design handbags during the 1920s, the 2.55, which debuted in February 1955, is an iconic vintage Chanel bag. The brand's best-known bag, the Classic Double Flap bag, includes Chanel's signature quilting and leather interlaced through a chain strap. Chanel Classic flap bags have been going strong since Karl Lagerfeld updated the beloved 2.55 handbag in the 1980s with the addition of the interlocking double Cs on the flap. Other celebrated bag styles are the Gabrielle and Boy bags. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage Chanel bags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    To date a vintage Gucci bag, locate its serial number. You can usually find it on the reverse of the logo-stamped leather label inside the bag. While this number doesn't tell you the year of production, it does provide the style and batch numbers of the bag. Once you have the serial number, you can look it up in trusted online databases to find out when your bag was produced. If your bag doesn't have a serial number, it likely dates to before 1960, when Gucci first introduced serial numbers. Should you have difficulty determining the age of your bag, a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert can assist you. Explore a large selection of vintage and contemporary Gucci bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The best way to date a vintage Chanel bag depends on how old it is. For bags produced in 1986 or later, you can check the date code. By cross-checking the first two digits in the serial number with information provided by trusted online resources, you can get a rough idea of the year of production. For example, serial numbers starting with zero were produced from 1986 to 1988. If you can't find a serial number in your bag, you can enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer for assistance. Find a large selection of vintage Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Christian Dior bag is vintage, check for a date code inside. Normally, it appears on a stitched leather tag in the lining. If the date is more than 20 years old, the bag is vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dior handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes. Whether or not a vintage Gucci bag has a serial number depends on its age. From the 1950s to the early 1970s, Gucci stamped bags with model numbers, not serial numbers. Serial numbers arrived in the late 1970s. They appeared on gold tags through the 1980s and on leather tags starting in the 1990s. Find a selection of expertly vetted Gucci bags on 1stDibs.
  • House of CarverApril 3, 2021
    Vintage Chanel bags can vary in price and at times be worth more than new production Chanel bags. It all depends on the model, condition, age, and rarity of the bag. A vintage Chanel bag in good condition can start at $2,000 and go up to $30,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some vintage Chanel bags have real gold on their chain straps and hardware. Specifically, Chanel utilized 24-karat gold alloy plating on its pieces prior to 2008. After that, Chanel switched to a gold-tone metal that doesn't contain pure gold. Shop a selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Several telltale signs allow you to authenticate a vintage Prada bag. Look at the logo for consistency — the Prada logo has a distinctive font, particularly the notch taken out of the “R." Fakes will often leave this detail out. All details, including patterns, fonts and stitching, should be neat and even. Prada uses the highest quality luxury leather to craft its bags, and a plastic-like smell or rough texture could indicate the bag is a fake. Find a collection of expertly-vetted Prada bags from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Gucci bag often has a serial number stitched on a tag in the bag's interior. Gucci serial numbers don't contain letters, and any letters present in the serial number are an indication that your bag is a fake. Check the bag for any signs of messy craftsmanship — luxury goods have impeccable stitching and stray threads are a warning sign. Ensure the hardware is of good quality and not rusted or chipped. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of expertly-vetted Gucci bags from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, Louis Vuitton repairs vintage bags at all of their retail locations. Unless the product is under warranty or is defective,however, the repair will come at a price.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2020

    No, vintage Hermès Constance bags do not have serial numbers. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a Pierre Balmain vintage bag is authentic, first check the hardware. Balmain often stamped the brand name onto zipper pulls and fasteners. The lettering should appear crisp and evenly spaced. Balmain's tags changed greatly over time. Compare the ones in your bag to images of authenticated pieces available online. Shop a range of expertly vetted Pierre Balmain bags on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to tell if your vintage Pierre Balmain is real. Authentic Pierre Balmain bags are made with brand tags, authenticity labels and serial numbers. Always purchase Balmain jackets from a reputable seller to ensure authenticity. Shop a collection of authentic Pierre Balmain from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.