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Vintage Koret

Koret bag
By Koret
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
KORET - Black rattan bag with gold and silver metal handles, black leather interior. Condition
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1960s Vintage Koret

Koret wicker bag
By Koret
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
KORET - Rigid bag made of wicker and leather handle. Condition: Good condition. The clasp is a bit
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1960s European Vintage Koret

Koret's Woven 2 Tone Hard Purse
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
Hard purse by Koret USA. Hand woven in Italy of gold and silver toned metal wires and lined in gold
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Bakelite Trimmed Double Pouch Bag
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
Koret Double Pouch Bag in black calf leather with caramel bakelite trim. A practical attached
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1940s American Vintage Koret

Koret Brocade Clutch
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Floral pattern clutch in a subtle palette of pinks and greens by Koret, known as one of the best
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Vintage Koret Brocade Clutch
Koret Brocade Clutch
H 6 in W 9 in Dm 1 in
Koret Black Alligator Large Top Handle Bag
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Koret Black Alligator Large Top Handle Bag made in America, comes with attached coin purse and a
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetric Closure
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Genuine Black Alligator Handbag w Rare & Unusual Asymmetrical Closure. Inner lining and
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure: A charming bit of glitz for
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1940s American Vintage Koret

1950s Koret Coral Seed Beaded Handbag w Seed Bead Loop Fringed Bottom
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret coral color seed beaded handbag with beaded handle, seed bead looped fringe bottom and
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1940 Koret Butterfly Flap Boucle Gold Bullion Clutch w Gold Sequin Accents
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Koret gold metal boucle textured bullion clutch with a butterfly shaped flap and spring-back
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1940s American Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Genuine Black Patent Leather Handbag W/ Faceted Black Bead Handle
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A smart 1960s Mod Koret handbag in genuine black patent leather. Handle is wrapped and covered
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Mid-Century Modern Black Patent Leather and Brass Handbag or Shoulder Bag
By Koret
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Stylish black patent leather adjustable handbag made by high end manufacturer, Koret. This bag has
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Koret

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Brass

1950 Koret Tresor Stunning Floral Beaded Handbag In Green & Blue On White Ground
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950 Koret Tresor Stunning Floral Beaded Handbag In Green & Blue On White Background. Absolutely
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Chic 1970s Koret Boho Tan + Natural + Brown Hand Crochet Vintage 70s Shrug Jacke
By Koret
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s KORET brown, tan and natural rayon + cotton blend short sleeve shrug / open front
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1970s Vintage Koret

1940s Koret Maroon Sequin Evening Arm Bag
By Neiman Marcus, Koret
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940s Koret rare maroon handbag sold at Neiman Marcus. The bag is structured two be worn on the arm
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1940s Vintage Koret

1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow
By Chester Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
neck. The pictured 1960s Koret purse is also available in my 1stDibs Shop! Fully lined. In great
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1960s Vintage Koret

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Sweater from the Koret Archives July 1963
By Koret
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Koret sweater which I acquired from the Koret archives. With tag dated July 1963 & Print
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret gold and silver metal 1950s basket bag
By Koret
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1950s gold and silver metal basket bag by Koret. With beautiful gold lining and change
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Vintage 1960s KORET ITALY Gold Woven Large Clutch Bag
By Koret
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1960s KORET ITALY Gold Woven Large Clutch Bag Measurements: Height: 9.84 inches (25 cm
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1960s Italian Vintage Koret

Koret 1960s Mod bag made in Italy
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 60s "Pucci" style bag made in Italy for Koret. Fabric with bubblegum pink leather.
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1960s Italian Vintage Koret

Vintage Rare Black Koret Genuine Full Quill Ostrich Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Koret genuine full quill ostrich black leather handbag has gold tone hardware and it
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Koret

1960's Martin Van Schaak Walnut Brown Java Lizard Box Purse
By Martin van Schaak
Located in Houston, TX
Judith Leber, Roberta di Camerino, Koret, and Josef of Hollywood. Van Schaak's pieces are rare and
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1960s Unknown Vintage Koret

Koret Straw Purse
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
Koret straw purse with long brass handles that is suited for the shoulder as well as the wrist.
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Straw Purse
Koret Straw Purse
H 5 in W 7 in D 2 in
Koret Brown Alligator Handbag
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This brown alligator handbag by Koret, has one handle, one main compartment with three interior
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1950s Vintage Koret

Koret Alligator Box Bag
By Koret
Located in New Hope, PA
match for the modernist hardware. Koret, an American manufacturer was known for their
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret Alligator Box Bag
Koret Alligator Box Bag
H 7 in W 8 in D 4 in
Chic Koret Brown Leather Handbag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A chic little brown genuine leather 60s handbag from Koret with original coin purse, and gold
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Structured 60s Alligator Handbag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful, tailored, structured 60s Koret black alligator handbag with gold-tone hardware, red
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Red & White Lucite Handbag
By Koret
Located in New Hope, PA
A striking red and white Lucite bag from the 1970's is trimmed with gold toned hardware. The bag has a beige man made lining with one slip pocket. It is in excellent condition.
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1970s American Vintage Koret

Koret Red & White Lucite Handbag
Koret Red & White Lucite Handbag
H 9 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Koret Vintage Circa 1949 Frame Handbag
By Koret
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Amazing Calf black handbag by Koret! The handbag has an A-frame structure, with a rectangular
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Koret

1950's Koret Brown Doeskin Bag
By Koret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's brown kid suede (doeskin) handbag. Attributed to Koret. Front flap and interior pocket
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1950s Vintage Koret

1950's Koret Brown Doeskin Bag
1950's Koret Brown Doeskin Bag
H 7 in W 2 in L 10 in
Koret Adorable 60s Pink Wicker Woven Handbag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
An adorable "lady" handbag from Koret made in the 60s: hand-woven in peony pink straw with a baby
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Black embossed calfskin crocodile adjustable handbag.
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
This Koret Black embossed calfskin crocodile handbag has adjustable straps, so your have the choice
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1960s Vintage Koret

Koret Dove Gray Genuine Alligator Vintage Box Purse
By Koret
Located in US
Koret box purse features a top gold-tone handle and a secure clasp closure. There are also four
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret 50s Alligator Handbag with Red Leather Lining!
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s Koret black alligator handbag (center skin) with gorgeous red leather lining
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret Black Suede Handbag
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Sleek handbag in black suede by Koret, one of America's premiere handbag manufacturers.Rectangular
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Black Suede Handbag
Koret Black Suede Handbag
H 12 in W 11 in D 1 in
Koret Croc Wrist Handbag
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Another great find from Koret, which produced some of the best bags in mid-century America. This
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Koret

Spectacular Koret 1940s Gilt Leather Evening Box Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a truly stunning find! An extremely collectible Koret 1940s box bag in forest green suede
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1940s American Vintage Koret

Koret Lucite & Pony Handbag with Attached Change Purse
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful Koret Lucite and Pony Handbag and a change purse attached onto the front of this bag
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Very Rare "Mallette" Black Alligator Structured Handbag
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This KORET, MADE IN FRANCE, "Mallette" handbag is composed of a striking black alligator skin. The
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Koret

Miniature Koret 50s Brocade Evening Bag w/ Gold Hardware
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 50s Koret of California handbag made of black brocade with heavy "Florentine" style gold
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1950s Italian Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Crystal Encrusted 3-Dimensional Leather Lined Minaudière
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Koret black and white crystal encrusted 3-dimensional coral patterned evening
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret 60s Wicker Handbag with Leather and Stud Embellishment
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous Koret 60s black wicker handbag from Italy with large brass metal feet and leather tab
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1960s Italian Vintage Koret

Koret Silk Satin Evening Bag with Gathering & Black Rhinestones
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous Koret 60s black silk satin evening bag with gathered top, snap closure, gathered design
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1960s American Vintage Koret

40s Koret Caviar Bead and Braid Embellished Evening Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1940s Koret evening bag with an unusually deep shape, extravagantly embellished with
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1940s American Vintage Koret

Stunning Koret Bamboo Handle and Gold Hardware Calfskin Purse
By Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Koret handbag features a beautiful bamboo and gold-tone metal handle. The purse is in
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20th Century American Vintage Koret

Koret 1950s Brown Leather Handbag
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Unusually shaped brown leather handbag by Koret, one of America's premiere handbag manufacturers
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret 1950s Brown Leather Handbag
Koret 1950s Brown Leather Handbag
H 10 in W 6.5 in D 2 in
Koret Green Leather Box Bag
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Koret made some of the best handbags in America, known for their interesting designs and quality
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Green Leather Box Bag
Koret Green Leather Box Bag
H 4.5 in W 7 in D 3 in
1950s Koret Kid Suede Hand Bag with Gold Braid Handle
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Kid Suede Hand Bag with Gold Braid Handle
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Fantastic Koret 50s Alligator Bag w/ Gold Claw Handle Detail
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a GORGEOUS genuine alligator 1950s bag from Koret! Whith a slim silhouette and fantastic
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1950s Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Hand-Beaded Satin Lined Mesh Evening Clutch Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous 1960s Koret hand beaded evening clutch with blue plastic beads and faux pearls. Peach
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret 50s Black Satin Clutch w/ Rhinestones and "Secret" Stash
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s Koret black satin clutch with rhinestone inset kiss-clasp and prong-set rhinestone
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret 50s "Indian Empire" Inspired Lamé Brocade Evening Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic "Indian Empire" inspired lamé brocade with pictorial representation of Raj, elephants, and other animals. Unusual gold-tone frame and clasp detail. Beige satin lining i...
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret Black Ostrich, Red Leather Structured Ladies Handbag and Coin Purse
By Koret
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the mid-late 1950s to early 1960s, a structured, black Ostrich handbag made by Koret, NYC
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Mid-20th Century American International Style Vintage Koret

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Brass

Koret 60s Kelly Green Wicker Basket Purse with Leather and Gold
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous Easter basket handbag, this Koret stunningly mod spring kelly green egg shaped wicker
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Brown Suede Handbag With Chunky Gold Chain Handle, 1960's
By Koret
Located in Atlanta, GA
A classic 1960's chocolate brown handbag with a unique chunky gold chain handle fabricated by Koret
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1960s American Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Pink Leather Clutch with Colorful Interior Coin and Glass Case
By Koret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960s pink leather clutch with gold kiss lock. Colorful interior with bright blue lining, a slit pocket with yellow lining and two interior small kiss lock purses one for coins the o...
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1960s American Vintage Koret

KORET c.1940's Black Suede & Gold Metallic Leather Filigree Box Purse RARE
By Koret, Richard Koret
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Koret c.1940's rare and unique Schiaparelli influenced leather box purse. Created from
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1940s American Vintage Koret

1940s Koret Moire Evening Bag With Faux Amber Beads
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1940s Koret silk moire evening bag with a short handle, a curved clasp frame and a row
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1940s American Vintage Koret

Koret Baby Blue Faux Ostrich 60s Bag w/ Fab Lining
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
Fabulous mint condition Koret baby blue leather embossed in an ostrich texture with gold hardware
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1960s American Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Genuine Persimmon Ostrich Shoulder Bag w/ Jeweled Faux Bamboo
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Koret shoulder bag: Persimmon color genuine ostrich skin, shoulder length (not
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1960s American Vintage Koret

1950s Koret Asian Brocade Clutch Evening Bag with Gold and Pearl Clasp
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1950s Koret Asian silk fabric brocade clutch evening bag with faux gold and pearl clasp
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.5" high, 11' wide, 3.5" base depth, 4" side depth, 4.5" handle height

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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret Alligator Box Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
match for the modernist hardware. Koret, an American manufacturer was known for their high
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1970s Italian Kelly Green Wicker Diminutive Basket Shaped Handbag
By Koret
Located in University City, MO
1970s Italian kelly green wicker diminutive size basket-shaped handbag designed by Koret The
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1970s Italian Vintage Koret

Koret Snakeskin Box Bag 1960s
Located in Gresham, OR
Wonderful Koret box bag from the 60s with real patent leather and snakeskin and gold toned hardware.
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Snakeskin Box Bag 1960s
Koret Snakeskin Box Bag 1960s
H 5 in W 8 in D 5 in
1950's "Original" Safety Pin Handle Suede Bag by Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
exaggerated and functioning brass safety pin handle by the American made company Koret. This fine suede bag
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20th Century American Vintage Koret

1960s Hobe Aurora Borealis Rhinestone Twist Earrings and Koret Bangle Lot
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful coordinating lot: Etched Koret bangle that really catches the light and echo the
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1960s American Vintage Koret

1950's Exceptional Calf Fur and Gilt Bamboo Handle Bag by Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
Truly AMAZING Calf Fur Handbag by Koret is lined in a shiny black leather interior with an attached
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20th Century American Vintage Koret

Koret pleated silk handbag
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
Koret pleated silk handbag has a gold hardware frame. The bag opens on top and a single strap
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1950s Italian Vintage Koret

Koret Navy Suede Handbag
By Koret
Located in Alford, MA
Koret handbags from the 1950s and '60s are sought after as one of America's best manufactured
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Koret Navy Suede Handbag
Koret Navy Suede Handbag
H 8.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in
Koret Vintage Wicker Basket Purse
By Koret
Located in Sparks, NV
/ Green/ Orange/ Gold Metallic Materials: Wicker/ Vinyl/ Gold Toned Hardware Label: Koret
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Vintage Hand-Embroidered Tapestry Purse
By Koret
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage Koret purse with a French-inspired hand embroidered tapestry design. Details: Fully
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1950s Genuine Koret Black Alligator Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Genuine Koret Black Alligator Bag Featuring Vivid Red Leather interior
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Silk Print Hand Bag
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Koret Silk Print Hand Bag with Yellow Leather interior and Padded Leather Corded Handle.
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Koret Faux Alligator Glove Box Clutch
By Koret
Located in New York, NY
Leather clutch by Koret designed to resemble a Victorian glove box. The leather is embossed to look
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1960s Koret Gold-Tone Rectangular Box Clutch
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1960s Koret gold-tone rectangular box bag. Lined in gold brocade and finished with a
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1960s American Vintage Koret

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Located in Cheltenham, GB
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1960s Vintage Koret

1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Black Felt Handbag w Large Bakelite Frame and Loop Handle: Triangular shaped bag with single loop handle and pointed corners. Beautiful caramel color spring-hinged Bakelite fra...
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1940s American Vintage Koret

Black Alligator Handbag with Gold Tone Link Hardware
Located in valatie, NY
Black alligator handbag with matching double straps and gold-tone link hardware. It has double accordion construction, a two-tone push-button closure and a wide hinged opening. The ...
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1950s Vintage Koret

A carved Bakelite framed golden velvet handbag, France, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A charming and highly decorative handbag, made from golden/amber silk velvet, which has a veil, or netting, layer over the top , giving a delicacy and depth to the handbag. Topped w...
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1920s French Vintage Koret

A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of original black patterned silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame imitates ...
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1920s French Vintage Koret

Wonderful Vintage Leather Bag with Beautiful Frame and Clasp
Located in London, GB
A chic white leather vintage bag with attractive frame and clasp. The strap could be changed to chain one, or a longer leather on if preferred. Inside there is one pouch pocket . Me...
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1960s American Vintage Koret

Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951
By Hermès
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it is almost 70 years old, this magnificent handbag is as lustrous and stylish as the day it was made in 1951. Best of all it is true, bright white and an ideal complement to ...
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1950s French Vintage Koret

Hermes Birkin Faubourg 20 Sellier Neige White Alligator Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Birkin Faubourg 20 Sellier bag featured in Neige. Often referred to as the White, or Snow Faubourg Birkin. This rare treasure is a crowning...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Vintage Koret

New Walborg Black Wood Bead and Chenille Top Handle Pochette Purse– Japan, 1950s
By Walborg
Located in Tucson, AZ
Despite its deceptively small size, this pochette remains exceptionally roomy thanks to its fully opening center change purse-style pocket and two side compartments. Petite but pract...
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1950s Japanese Vintage Koret

Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Flapper Minaudiere
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Jeweled Bakelite Minaudiere. Black Celluloid with blue bakelite fittings and sapphire crystal inlay. Large black silk tassel conceals lipstick holder. Lid opens to reveal po...
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1920s American Vintage Koret

Rialto Large Needlepoint Handbag 1960s
By Rialto
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous large needlepoint handbag in a green, yellow and red abstract pattern on a black background. It has a shapely black Lucite frame, double rounded top handles, and gold clas...
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1960s Italian Vintage Koret

1930s Black Art Deco Handbag with Decorative Pleating
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black Art Deco hand back with intricate decorative knife pleating in a zig-zag pattern on both sides of the bag. The handle has matching pleats and the inside frame/closure is ...
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1930s Vintage Koret

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.
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21st Century and Contemporary Vintage Koret

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Blue Diamond

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 ...
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1950s American Vintage Koret

1950s Apricot and Clear Carved Lucite Barrel Florida Bag
Located in London, GB
1950s clear and pearlescent apricot carved lucite drum or barrel-shaped bag. One of the most desirable shapes of lucite bag, the handle is also crafted from lucite and detailed with ...
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1950s American Vintage Koret

Flower Shaped Handbag in Cream Leather with Gilt Metal Accents
Located in Chicago, IL
This darling, flower shaped handbag has wonderful details. The round body of the bag is accessed by way of a zipper. The front and back of the bag each have a 3-dimensional flower wi...
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1940s Vintage Koret

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Vintage Koret For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage koret you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Gray and more. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Koret?

The price for a vintage koret starts at $175 and tops out at $600, and on average, selling for $395.

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.

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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.