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Period: Mid-20th Century
1950s Art Deco Blue Bakelite and Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This striking vintage Italian shoulder bag is a testament to sophisticated design and quality craftsmanship. Its captivating midnight blue hue and sleek silhouette evoke a bygone era...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Moroccan Red Velvet Embroidered Shoulder Boho Bag 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Moroccan Red Velvet Embroidered Boho Shoulder Bag, circa 1960s
Charming and richly detailed, this vintage Moroccan crossbody bag is handcrafted from deep red velvet and adorn...
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Moroccan Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1960s Vintage Black Leather Clutch Bag Made by Ellebi Genova
Located in Aci Castello, IT
The design is classic and elegant, featuring a gold chain strap and a rectangular shape. The texture of the bag reflects the distinctive patterns of black leather adding to its luxur...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Rare Rosenfeld Victorian Style Jewelry Casket Purse
By Harry Rosenfeld Originals, Harry Rosenfeld
Located in New York, NY
Charming and Rare Rosenfeld Victorian Style Jewelry Casket Purse from the 1960's. Designed as an etched gilt brass casket with quilted velvet interior and cool plexiglass cover. Gilt...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1940's Satin Flower Bag
Located in New York, NY
Charming satin evening bag with applied motif made of dozens of loops of bias satin to form an oversized flowerhead near clasp. Push button clasp. 1940's USA. 8" x 8" with 14" handle...
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American 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
Black Crocodile Handbag
By Artbag
Located in Alford, MA
Small 1960s crocodile handbag from Artbag on Madison Avenue, NY, features an envelope style top with snap closure and double handles that attach belo...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Ivory Pavé Pearl Bead Oval Wedding or Evening Clutch Purse, Japan – 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though it would be an eye-catching "something old" wedding accessory, this clutch is enough of a standout to hold its own in any formal setting. While its unusual oval shape is its m...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Moroccan Cross Body Leather African Bag
Located in North Hollywood, CA
vintage ethnic Berber hand tooled and embroidered
leather satchel shoulder cross body bag.
Handcrafted by the Berber artisans from the Rif Mountains in North Morocco Africa.
Great M...
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Moroccan Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Classic Black Crocodile Handbag w Top Handle & Gold Hardware: A classic lady-like handbag in a wide-scale patterned crocodile skin with gold hardware and a long hinged croc-co...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Gucci Vintage Brown Leather Flap Handbag Bag Satchel Gold Closure
By Gucci
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
Vintage Nantucket Rattan Basket Bag with Seashells
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Nantucket rattan basket bag with seashells is a unique and charming variation of the classic Nantucket basket, combining the traditional craftsmanship of woven rattan wi...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1960s Vintage Tan Crocodile Hand/Shoulder Bag
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
1960s Vintage Tan Crocodile Hand/Shoulder Bag
A great Vintage piece in very good clean condition, the bag has a choice of a single hand carrying handle and the addition of an over s...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Louis Vuitton Large Trunk with Wheels
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Louis Vuitton Large Trunk with Wheels is a stunning and rare piece of luxury luggage that blends classic craftsmanship with modern functionality.
Modern trunks are des...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
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American 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
Elegant Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Chic Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch made in France from antique Chinese textile from the early 20th Century. Wonderful quality with marcasite set fern motifs with Gre...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Hermes Vintage crocodile purse, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless 1960s Vintage Hermes crocodile purse .. In great condition.
100% authentic. Width: 10.5"/ Height: 6.5"
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Rare Collectible High Art Deco Bakelite Dog Calf Leather Clutch from the 1930's by Virginia Bags. A carved and patinaed futurist bakelite dog is anchored ...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Black Beaded and Floral Tapestry Embroidered Handbag circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful black beaded handbag featuring floral tapestry embroidery, and gold plated fittings. Measuring length at the base 22 cm / 8.6 inches by width 10 cm / 3.9 inches, and depth ...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1970s Vintage Green and Black Woven Wicker and Brass Italian Hand-Bag
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage 1970s Italian handbag features a striking combination of green and black woven wicker, creating a textured and stylish design. The bag is structured with a rectangular s...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Bags by Josef Off White Caviar Hand Beaded Bag Jewel Set Frame by Hobe 1930s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous white caviar beaded evening bag with an over-the-top jewel set frame by Hobe. The bag is hand sewn with tiny white 'caviar' glass beads. The top of the bag is pleated at the...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Nettie Rosenstein Coral and Pave Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Rare, collectible Nettie Rosenstein Coral and Pave Crystal Clutch from the 1960's. Genuine branch coral is used with crystal rose montees and accented with citrine crystal glass bead...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1940s Guild Creations Wool Hand Bag
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabirc purse is high lighted with a wave shaped gold-tone metal engraved frame and set wi...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
$353 Sale Price
40% Off
French Sequin Black Linen Bag
Located in New York, NY
Chic Sequin French Bag on black linen base. Elegant and timeless detailing with even seed bead borders on the interiors and edges of strap. Moire taffeta...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1950s Black Beaded Evening Bag with Red Roses
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The most beautiful evening bag from the 1950s. This piece is completely encrusted in tiny jet black seed beads that are vividly contrasted by embroidered red and green roses. The frame of the bag is gold tone and black metal with small pink rose details and a scallop edge. Kiss lock closure. Black satin interior. Gold tone tubogas chain...
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Hong Kong 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
$107 Sale Price
31% Off
1940s Art Deco Black Carnival Glass Beaded Handbag
Located in University City, MO
1940s Art Deco Black carnival glass beaded evening bag
The elegant retro handbag is encrusted with tiny iridescent
jet glass hand beading on all s...
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American 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
1970s Iconic Beige and Brown Canvas Suitcase by Gucci
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
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag
By Walborg
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Walborg Daffodil Yellow Faceted Teardrop Beaded & Sequined Basket Bag: Gold Lurex hand bag covered in gold sequins and yellow teardrop fringe luci...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
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 powerful statement accessory.
Petite chain handle evening bag with patterned gilt top frame; covered in ivory seed beads and pavé beaded flowers front and back. Open interior compartment; kiss clasp...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Pave Rhinestone Studded Evening Bag retailed by Neiman Marcus. Body of bag is made of a plasticized mesh which is embedded with Swarovski cryst...
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Austrian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Art Deco Hermes Fitted Gentlemans Travelling Grooming Case
By Hermès
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Vintage Art Deco Hermes Fitted Gentlemans Travelling Grooming Case
A Superb and very rare piece, the case is made in good Quality Brown leather hide, ...
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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
$487 Sale Price
25% Off
1967 Enid Collins 'Glitterbugs' Handbag
By Enid Collins
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Original hand decorated Enid Collins 1967 'Glitterbugs' box bag. Olive green stained wood exterior with black hard handle and brass fittings. Circular mirror under the lid, interior ...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Art Deco Black Celluloid and Rhinestone Dagger Lipstick Minaudière, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A bygone bauble of extreme rarity and beauty, this Celluloid reticule is a brilliant example of Art Deco craftsmanship. Large enough for only a lipstick, a key and some “mad money,” it is nevertheless a statement accessory that can stand up to the most exquisite evening gown. A collectible museum piece that belies its near century of history.
Celluloid dagger minaudière with silk bottom tassel and silk rope top handle with caviar bead ball finial. Front face features diagonal row of 15 crystal clear rhinestones surrounded by Art Deco engraving...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Gold Cylindrical Beaded Evening Bag 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous and rare Vintage Nettie Rosenstein Evening Bag. A landscape cylinder inspired design is topped with a double handle and gloriously flaunts gold micro beading in a foliate ...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1970s High Quality Blue Velvet Top Italian Handle-Bag by Nieri e Argenti
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s blue velvet top handle bag is a vintage gem, showcasing the era's emphasis on quality, craftsmanship, and distinctive design. It's a sophisticated accessory that would ad...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Charming Lizard Mini Satchel
Located in New York, NY
Charming Lizard Mini Satchel in deep taupe lizard skin retailed by Alexanders, New York. The scale is diminutive and striking. It doesn't hold much, but, ...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Brass Etched Openwork Filigree Cube Purse w MOP Lucite Lid and Clear Base, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Simultaneously delicate and sturdy, this unusual box purse provides a glimpse of its contents via openwork filigree sides, while a clear Lucite platf...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag, Charlet Bags
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Beaded and Embroidered Bag by Charlet Bags. Flowers are hand embroidered with colored silk thread and metallic floss on a base of ivory seed be...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Rosenfeld 1960s Black Faux Alligator Handbag
Located in Alford, MA
Classic 1960s handbag by Rosenfeld in black leather stamped to resemble alligator, its outstanding feature the curved clasp of brushed goldtone metal with leather center that lifts u...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
$420 Sale Price
37% Off
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
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
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
Hermès Rare Men's Leather Toiletry Traveling Briefcase
By Hermès
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
Saks Fifth Avenue Evening Bag Minaudière Polished Wood Resin Italy Rare Vintage
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Vintage evening bag or minaudière, made for Saks Fifth Avenue, most likely in the late 1960s. Made from polished resin made to resemble wood, it features a decorative gold metal and...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage 1950's Silver and Pink Rhinestone Handbag Chain Handbag Fifties Bag
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A sparkling statement piece to your cocktail wardrobe. This 1950's evening bag, embellished with silver and pink claw set rhinestones, in a checkerboard pattern is the perfect touch ...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
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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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
$140 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Louis Vuitton 50 cm Duffel Bag
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic vintage 1950s Louis Vuitton duffle bag. Perfect for weekend trips, this LV monogram print duffle is made with saddle leather and brass hardware and wrapped in the iconic Loui...
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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Wadsworth Surrealist Camera Minaudière
By Wadsworth
Located in New York, NY
Wadsworth black antelope suede and gilt metal surealist figural minaudière.
The early camera shape with attached strap handle, interior mirror,and multiple fitted compartments. 195...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Embroidered Black Velvet Moroccan clutch Vintage 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage 1960s embroidered black velvet Moroccan clutch.
Beautiful 1960s black silk velvet embroidered evening jeweled luxury purse.
The silk velvet rect...
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Moroccan Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Hermes Black Leather Top Handle Handbag W/Lock & Key
By Hermès
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 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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French Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1960's Joseph Larose Velvet Bag and Shoe Set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's Joseph Larose striped velvet shoes and handbag set. The shoes feature a low olive leather covered heel, rounded toe and gold tone adjustable mesh ...
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American Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
1930s Black Art Deco Twill Evening Handbag with Lucite Closures
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s black twill evening hand bag with Art Deco carved lucite closure and pull tab. The body of the purse is lined in black twill and has a built-in coin purse. The entire bag is fi...
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Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
$119 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of hand set rubies and sapphires are set in an openwork floral pattern. Plunger stone appears to be a green tourmaline. Open work back is elaborately hand etched silver.
Exquisite craftsmanship with the frame, hand made in Italy with the micro glass bead hand base...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Handbags and Purses
Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Print Handbag c1960s
By Emilio Pucci
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
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