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Antique Edwardian William B Kerr Sterling Silver Purse or Lady's Evening Bag

$895
£680.61
€785.05
CA$1,253.73
A$1,403.17
CHF 732.68
MX$17,118.79
NOK 9,300.35
SEK 8,825.46
DKK 5,862.37
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A fine antique Edwardian purse or evening bag. In sterling silver. By William B. Kerr & Co. The purse has a small chain and opens with a button. The interior has two pockets on either side of a central locking pocket. Having panels of engraved floral decoration to each side, machine turned borders, and decorated corners. One side has a monogram "CHL". Marked for Kerr & Sterling to the interior rim. Simply a wonderful sterling silver evening accessory! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Marks: Marked to the interior of the purse with a factory mark for William B Kerr & Co. / Sterling / 4152E Measurements: Width: ca. 3 7/8 in. Depth: ca. 3/4 in. Height: ca. 3 in. Height (with chain) ca. 10 3/8 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    William B. Kerr & Company
  • Metal:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.38 in (263.66 mm)Width: 3.88 in (98.56 mm)Depth: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV X221stDibs: LU849318330642

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