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Period: Mid-20th Century
A 1970s Iconic GG Monogram Bowling Bag by Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a vintage 1970s Gucci bowling bag featuring the brand's iconic brown GG monogram canvas and green-red-green webbing stripe detail. It has bro...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s Retro High Quality Black Leather and Brass Italian Evening hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Step into an era of refined glamour with this exquisite 1950s evening handbag, where deep black croc-embossed calfskin takes center stage and the comforting weight of solid brass har...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Charming 1960's Woven Figural Fish Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming collectible 1960's Woven Figural Fish Bag hand made in Hong Kong of white and gold plasticized nylon filament. Flap closure with turn lock. Really cool with cotton muslin lining and gilt fins added for detail. Perfect summer bag...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Bon Gout Black Crocodile Bag
By Bon Gout
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage crocodile bag by Bon Gout . This super shiny crocodile bag is large enough for todays essentials, measuring Width 13'', height 7 1/2 '', and d...
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Danish Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Pave Tiger Head Gold Leatherette Box Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming top Handled Gold Leatherette Box Bag with pave and enamel tiger head clasp retailed at Saks Fifth Ave. in the 1960's.
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1960s Black Alligator Handbag
Located in Alford, MA
Classic vintage black alligator handbag features gold tone hardware and a single handle attached to the frame with a 5-link chain on each end. The in...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Mod Orange Looped Raffia Bag
Located in New York, NY
Mod orange sherbert textured bag in looped raffia from the 1960's Japan. Completely hand crochet with matching crochet handle. Bag 14" x 9" x 5", Plus 5" h...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse with leather piping. Unusual hinged faux emerald jeweled clasps on each side which open to allow complete access. Lov...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s Large Gold Beaded Silk Hong Kong Made Vintage 50s Evening Clutch Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s golden fully beaded evening clutch ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout the entire bag. Lined in yellow satin. One ...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

An Elegant 190s Brown Leather and Brass Italian Top Handle Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Discover timeless sophistication with this elegant vintage top-handle bag, a superb example of classic Italian craftsmanship. Crafted from rich, polished brown leather, this handbag ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Coach Vintage Brown Leather Messenger Briefcase Satchel Made in USA 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Coach vintage brown leather messenger briefcase Satchel Made in New York City USA. Coach 1970's vintage messenger satchel brown distressed look leather. ...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Print Handbag c1960s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Print Handbag c1960s in good vintage condition. Multicolor printed silk exterior in classic pucci style trimmed with gold hardware and double chain top hand...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Italian Velvet Purse with Enamel Accents, Mangiameli Milano
Located in New York, NY
Charming Italian Velvet Purse with Enamel Accents from the 1960's. Black and Nile Green velvet 2 toned purse with 4 chain link strap with enamel stations. These stations also decorat...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

An High Quality 1970s Burgundy Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This luxurious 1970s Italian shoulder bag is a striking piece crafted from genuine burgundy leather, showcasing impeccable craftsmanship and vintage elegance. The rich burgundy hue e...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Pave Crystal Change Purse, Retailed by Lancel
Located in New York, NY
Charming Pave Crystal Change Purse, Retailed by Lancel from the 1950's. Made with bezel set crystals in silver and gold diagonal setting on a white satin base, 1950's France. 4" x 3"...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1960s Golden Tone Wicker and Brass Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This charming Italian vintage shoulder bag is a sun-kissed example of timeless craftsmanship, blending natural texture with refined details. Made from golden-toned wicker, woven in ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s Vintage Black Crocodile Structured Top Handle Bag
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic and very chic crocodile handbag from the 1950's made in France exclusively for Creeds, a historic Canadian department store. Structured with a double top handles and the inte...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage 1940's black Crochet clutch bag original 1940's large clutch bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautiful and rare large 1940’s clutch bag, made up of black crochet stitches, in a raised pattern with circular crochet detailed frames, is the perfect statement accessory. ...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Whimsical Gambling Themed Woven Wicker Retro Handbag c 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Whimsical woven wicker gambling themed retro top handle handbag c 1960 The quirky fun vintage handbag is decorated with a collection of gambling themed items; playing cards, dice, chips & small metal replica coins The collection of gambling items...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bucket Bag
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This vintage Nantucket rattan basket bucket bag is a handcrafted accessory that combines the elegance of Nantucket's artisanal tradition with a functional, stylish design. Nantucket,...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Hermès Rare Men's Leather Toiletry Traveling Briefcase
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Collectible and rare 1940s Hermès leather travelingcase. Case is numbered, pre-letter dating. Great condition with all interior parts in place. Black box calf leather has very minor ...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Hermes Black Leather Top Handle Handbag W/Lock & Key
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes black leather handbag with lock & key. Features gold hardware and black leather interior. In good vintage condition with minor scra...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bucket Bag
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
A Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bucket Bag is an elegant and timeless accessory that combines the natural beauty of rattan weaving with a functional, yet chic design. Known for its...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1960s Black Asprey Top Handle Crocodile Leather Bag
Located in London, GB
This crocodile leather bag was retailed by British luxury accessories label Asprey in the 1960s and was possibly made by the leather goods firm and luxury House, Gucci. We have see...
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British Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Gucci Vintage Brown Leather Flap Handbag Bag Satchel Gold Closure
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful Vintage Gucci handbag made in brown leather. Gold metal closure on the front. Top carry handle. Brown leather interior. 1 side open pocket inside. 'Made in Italy by Gucci' ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1930s/1940s Handmade Crewel Work Embroidered Round Bag
Located in London, GB
1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era, boasts handmade crewel work and is adorned with charming folk embroidery in plush ...
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British Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Encrusted Compact Evening Bag by Elgin c 1950s
By Elgin
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal encrusted evening bag- compact case designed by Eligin c 1950s The elegant evening purse - cosmetic case is designed with exotic mother of pearl tiles throughout the exterior The lid cover is encrusted with collection of aquamarine glittering crystals accented with a floral motif in the center. The interior is designed with a pair of rouge & face powder compartments. The gilt metal lid covers are adorned with art deco style leaping gazelles Paired with a brown cloth carrying case suspended from a hand strap The elegant case may be carried as a chic clutch style purse separately without the carrying case Designed by Eligin American Measurements: The length of the mother of pearl case...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage GUCCI Monogram Ophidia Web GG Supreme Shoulder Crossbody Bag
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Gucci Monogram Shoulder Crossbody Bag Brown Canvas. Authentic, pre-loved vintage Gucci web GG Supreme coated canvas shoulder bag. This chic and rare Gucci web bag...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1930's Hand Woven Fish Basket Purse Bucket Bag
Located in New York, NY
1930's hand woven circular fish basket purse with double drop handles to carry in hand or under arm. The bag can also be used to enhance home decor and as a catch all. Beautiful piece.
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

40s/50s Rare Gucci Vintage Travel Bag
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Extremely rare Gucci vintage travel suitcase/bag 40's/50's Period Leather and textile Beige color GG Logo Double handle Zip closure Two external zip pockets Internal large pocket Cm ...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Bag in Black Leather and Gold Metal
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage bag designed in the 1960s in black leather, fine Italian manufacture. The bag is a small shoulder or arm bag. It has a beautiful gold metal chain that makes it port...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Christian Dior French Glass Enamel Compact and Lipstick
Located in New York, NY
Striking Christian Dior French Glass Enamel Compact and Lipstick from the 1960's likely by Camille Faure of Limoges, France. The house of Dior ha...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s White Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage Bridal Wedding Vintage 50s Clutch Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful midcentury 1950s pearl encrusted clutch ! Features hundreds of hand-sewn pearls and beads throughout. The perfect size can fit a smartphone and some makeup. Would be perfec...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Coblentz 1960s Original Fold Over Embroidered Clutch
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1960's Coblentz clutch is so timeless and elegant! Get your hands on this beautiful fold over style clutch that is soo reminiscent of the playful sophistication of the 1960s! Woven off-white clutch features a beautiful palette of pastel pink, green and blue flowers embroidered contrasted by yellow gold tone hardware. The gold tone clasp is the perfecting finishing touch and really elevates this clutch. Style this with a Miu Miu dress...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Vintage Tan Crocodile Handbag
Located in London, GB
A chic biscuit colour top handle vintage crocodile handbag. The bag has a central clasp and internally there are two pouch pockets and one zi...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Christian Dior Rare Vintage Brown Leather Handbag with CD closure
Located in Rome, Rome
Rare CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage handbag, crafted of brown leather. The bag features a short shoulder strap, a gold metal CD-shaped detail on the front and button closure. Brown leather l...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Chloé pair of travel luggage in vintage parchment
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant and magnificent pair of Parchment and crocodile suitcases from the great Chloé manufacture. The suitcases date from the late 1950s. The pair of suitcases have a rigid frame covered in yellow parchment and their greatest beauty is its crocodile leather lined corners and stitching. Even the handles are made of crocodile leather with some details. We note that the padlocks and its locks are made of brass with excellent patina. The cases inside are refreshed with Chloé-branded satin fabric with various inserts for storing small travel items. In the inferior tub we find two leather belts that help the wardrobe from swinging inside the suitcase. The pair consists of a slightly larger and a slightly smaller suitcase...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1960s Metal Embroidered Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Metal Embroidered Purse. Silver & gold tones go with any outfit.
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Multicolor Velvet Abstract Print Top Handle Mini Handbag
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Multicolored Velvet Abstract Printed Top Handle Mini Hand Bag Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1960's Style: Structured t...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Charming Lizard Mini Purse
Located in New York, NY
Charming Lizard Mini Purse from the 1960's retailed by Alexanders. Charming design made in Italy with top handle and outer pocket. Suede lining, 1960's Italy. 7.5" x 6.5" high x 3" h...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Deco Pave Purse with Rose Cut Crystal Frame
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Deco Pave Purse with Rose Cut Crystal Frame from the 1940's. Mesh of bezel set crystals with a frame set with graduated rose cut crystals. Satin lining. Even patination on st...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

A Stylish 1960s Blue and Creamy Fabric Double-Face Italian Hand-Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This unique 1970s vintage Italian shoulder bag combines classic craftsmanship with a distinct double-face design. Featuring contrasting textures, one side is rendered in a creamy whi...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Monogram Alzer 11 Hard Case Trunk Set Brown
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned 11 Piece Stacking Set of Louis Vuitton Monogram Hard Case Trunks. Purchase as a set only. All pieces are in great condition with scuffs, scratch marks, tarnish, and some stains, handles are secure, latches are all secure, some come with accessories. The interiors are clean with normal signs of use and some stains. Most trunks go corner to corner. Would make quite the statement piece in a home, office, business window, etc. Measurements and descriptions from the top trunk going down to the bottom trunk. Trunk 1 has a LV key chain...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Elaborately Beaded Floral 1960's Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming 3 Dimensional Elaborately Beaded Floral 1960's Bag from Korea. Interesting "hard" bag shape design with elaborate beaded florals all over, even the handle. Silvered filigree...
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South Korean Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1930's ROYAL/GUNMETAL BEADED PURSE
Located in Alford, MA
Beaded pouch purse in royal blue beads with loop beaded fringe and overlay beading in gunmetal. Drawstring closure in twisted rope.
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1930s Louis Vuitton Monogram Flower Trunk "Malle Fleurs"
Located in London, GB
The "Malle Fleurs" by Louis Vuitton, crafted in the 1930s, is a rare embodiment of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Delving into its name, which translates to "flower trunk...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Tiffany Deerskin Deco Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, tailored Art Deco clutch of deerskin from the 1930's by Tiffany. Beautiful sleek lines with a double clasped interior compartment lined in silk moire. Deep wine color. 9" x 6" x 2" with original mirror and pochette card case. Tiffany 1930...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s Princess Charming by Atlas Vinyl Wicker Horse Themed Handbag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Princess Charming by Atlas vinyl wicker horse themed handbag The charming retro handbag is designed with a cloth & burlap panel on the front exterior encased in vinyl The clo...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1950s Art Deco Mother of Pearl Black Doeskin Suede Wristlet Evening Bag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Art Deco Mother of pearl black doeskin suede wristlet evening bag. The elegant rectangular evening bag is framed with a border of square shaped in...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1970s Iconic Beige and Brown Canvas Suitcase by Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This **1970s Gucci suitcase** is the epitome of vintage luxury, showcasing the brand's unmistakable style and craftsmanship. Crafted in Gucci’s iconic beige and brown monogram canvas...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

French Art Deco black Sequin Clutch Bag with mirror France
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
French Art deco very refined and Exquisite vintage clutch bag, decorated with gold sequins "paillettes". This fantastic fabric is a real eye-catcher, as it stands out against the bla...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

A 1950s High Quality Black Lucite and Brass Italian Evening Bag by Passanisi
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1950s Italian evening bag by Passanisi is a striking example of mid-century luxury and craftsmanship. Designed with high-quality black Lucite and brass, it exudes sophistication...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Black Velvet and Silk Embroidered 1960s Zardozi Zari Gemstone Clutch India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960s Zardozi Zari gemstone clutch. Beautiful 1960s Zardozi Zari gem-set black velvet and silk embroidered with beads evening jeweled luxury purse...
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Indian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Josef Attrib. Silk Brocade Chinoiserie Handbag w Cabochon Studded Flap, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Subtly striking, this exquisite silk handbag features a muted Chinoiserie motif that would be remarkable on its own were it not upstaged by its unique figured brass top lid, which is...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Arnold Scassi Pave Box Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming Arnold Scassi Pave Box Bag with shoulder chain in black satin with pave rhinestone flap. Cute box shape with sparkling accents. Faille lining. 1960's USA. 3.5" x 2.5" wide ...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

1960's Chain Mesh Shoulder Bag, Raoul Calabro
Located in New York, NY
1960's Chain Gilt Chainmail Mesh Shoulder Bag by Raoul Calabro. Hand linked 2 toned gold textured chain link with metallic gold leatherette liner. Long shoulder strap for shoulder or...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

Louis Vuitton Boite Flacons Monogram Train Trunk Hard Case Brown
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, pre-owned Louis Vuitton brown monogram Boite Flacons beauty train trunk case. The original square shape of this beauty case in monogram canvas is reinforced with golden br...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses

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