1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Glossy Patent Handbag with Faux Tortoise Shell Handles and Frame: Classic 1950s style handbag with chic shine and unusual faux tortoise Lucite design. Tilt knob closure ...
1990s Raquel Sitwell Black Suede Leather Tortoise Shell Vintage 90s Shoulder Bag
By Raquel Sitwell
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic RAQUEL SITWELL black suede and faux tortoise shell structured shoulder bag! Medium to Large size fits all the necessities. Long shoulder strap is the perfect length ...
1990’s Chanel off-white Cotton twill and bakelite tortoise shell shoulder bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
A mix between the search of absolute elegance in its finest of Karl Lagerfeld and the rural lightness of summer fabrics. This bag from the Cruise collection is set to be a must-have ...
Turtle Shell with Mother of Pearl and Silver Inlay Purse Mounted in Shadowboxes
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful set of two Mid-Century Modern shell purses. Both have mother of pearl, turquoise and silver inlay and are now mounted in new shadowboxes. Very unique decorative wall art.
Tortoise Shell
$340Sale Price|20% Off
White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Celluloid Lid and Long Strap, 1950s
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This charming 1950s purse is a true vintage gem. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a tortoiseshell celluloid lid and a stylish braid handle, adding a touch of ...
Tortoise Shell, Lucite
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D 1 in Dm 4 in
Antique Austrian Leather Purse Tortoise Shell & Enamel Sterling Evening Purse
Located in San Marcos, CA
Elegant as they come, this shell faced evening purse is accented by a fine sterling silver frame and center cartouche of enameled sterling, hallmarked for Vienna, and in fine conditi...
Sterling Silver
Lucite Purse
Located in Toronto, ON
Tortoise shell lucite purse with reverse carved lid.
Tortoise Shell Clutch & Shoulder Bag Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This ultra chic vintage tortoise shell clutch, evening bag and or minaudiere is very in now. It does have a beautiful gold link chain to use as a shoulder evening handbag. The chain ...
Saks 5th Ave.leather & faux tortoise shell clutch France
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Textured black leather clutch handbag from the 1950s, with faux tortoise shell clasp frame...From Saks 5th Ave and made in France...Lined in black faille with a single open compartme...
Chanel tortoise shell evening box bag with snake chain
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
Incredibly rare and unique Chanel tortoise shell evening box bag. The bag has a gold 'CC' Chanel logo on the top, snap closure and 'Chanel '97' Made in France' engraved inside. These...
1970s Sleek French Tortoise Shell Lucite Box Purse
Located in University City, MO
1970s Sleek French tortoise shell lucite box purse The mod retro handbag is constructed with brown honey color translucent lucite panels Framed with polished gilt metal hardware d...
Saks Fifth Avenue Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Box Purse c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Sleek tortoise-shell lucite box purse c 1970s The stylish vintage box purse is constructed with dark brown lucite opaque panels; against light shows the subtle tor...
CHANEL RARE Vintage 90's Tortoise Shell Crossbody Bag
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
CHANEL RARE Vintage 90's Tortoise Shell Crossbody Bag Features tortoise shell oversized chain link shoulder strap Made In: Italy Year of Production: 1994-1996 Color: Brown/tan ...
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Tortoise Shell Lucite Handbag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Italian tortoise shell lucite versatile handbag c 1970s The sleek brown lucite handbag converts from a chic clutch; transitions into a stylish hardshell shoulder b...
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H 6 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in L 7.75 in
Sleek Lucite Tortoise Shell Jeweled Handbag by Tyrolean c 1950
Located in University City, MO
Sleek lucite tortoise shell jeweled handbag by Tyrolean c 1950 The stylish retro box style handbag is designed with tortoise shell lucite streaked panels. The swivel lucite handle ...
Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Gilt Trim Diminutive Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Sleek tortoise shell lucite gilt trim diminutive handbag c 1970 The unique small size handbag is designed with a set of brown translucent lucite panels The tortoise shell lucit...
Sleek Tortoise Shell Lucite Handbag Made in France c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Sleek tortoise shell lucite handbag Made in France c 1970 The stylish retro box shaped handbag is designed with translucent brown lucite with gilt metal trim and hardware The ...
Saks Fifth Avenue Tortoise Shell Lucite Evening Bag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Tortoise shell lucite evening bag c 1970s The elegant oval shaped clutch bag is covered with brown lucite panels Designed with a sleek gilt metal clasp frame that...
Baulotto Italy faux tortoise shell box bag with gold hardware 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Baulotto Italy faux tortoise shell box bag with gold hardware from the 1970s...Box of Lucite tortoise shell with a frame of bright gold metal...Double metal handles with a latch clos...
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H 4 in D 2.5 in L 6.25 in
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Tortoise Shell Lucite Tassel Evening Bag circa 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian tortoise shell lucite tassel evening bag c 1970s The elegant kidney shaped lucite clutch bag us framed with sleek gilt metal trim that circles the opening ...
Rare Tortoise Shell, Gold and Diamond Lady's Hand Case/Purse
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite antique tortoise shell makes up the handheld case with delicate tassel chain. This beautiful piece features a clasp decked out with five (5) diamonds and 18k gold trim thr...
Tortoise Shell
Chanel Vintage Tortoise Shell Handle Bucket Bag
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare Tortoise Shell Handle Bucket Bag. Soft lambskin quilted bag that's perfect for your everyday bag. Light wrinkling on the leather surface and rubbing on the corners. Inclusion:...
Chanel Black Caviar Leather Tortoise Shell Charm XL Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Irvine, CA
This Chanel XL tote bag is crafted in black Caviar leather, two flat shoulder straps, vertical stitching on both sides of exterior. Tortoise shell stamped tag with Chanel name brand ...
Chanel Brown Beaver Fur Tortoise Shell Chain Handle Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1998 this unique tote bag is made from soft brown beaver fur with leather and tortoise shell style chain top handles. Chanel logo tag purse charm accent.
1940s Tiffany & Co Handbag with Five Tortoise Shell Finish Accessories
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The handbag opens to reveal a compact, cigarette case, & lighter all in a tortoise shell finish. In addition there is a silk change purse attached with a fine chain and a mirror back...
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H 8.25 in W 4.125 in L 11 in
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Black Tortoise Shell Handle "Passementerie" Tote Bag
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Chicago, IL
The elegant "Passementerie" tote is the perfect beach vacation accessory with its woven satin body, bucket silhouette, dual tortoise shell resin handles, flat seat, and rounded flap ...
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H 10 in W 5 in L 12.75 in
Christian Dior Leather Cannage Vintage Tote Bag with Tortoise Shell Top Handle
By Christian Dior
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This purse has a Tortoise shell top handle which has a drop of 4 inches.
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.