ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CHATELAINE SILVER METAL VANITY CASE PURSE This is an antique Victorian silver metal (possibly German Silver) chatelaine vanity case with an alternating striped design and small cartouche for initials (none present); the inside of the case is fitted with a latching mirrored door on one side that was designed to hold coins and cash the other side possibly calling cards. This chatelaine case is in good condition, no chips to mirror, inside of case has dark residue from paper clip (?), outside of case has some minor wear to edges; unmarked.
Circa: 1890s
Condition: see description
Size: 3.25 in length x 2.5 width (@ widest point)
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: unknown  

MAX FACTOR GOLDEN WEAVE REGENCY POWDER LADIES COMPACT This is a vintage Max Factor Golden Weave powder/base compact from the Regency line, the compact's rectangle clasp is outlined in rhinestones. In very good condition, with very little of cosmetic used, some darkening to rhinestones
Circa: 1960S +/-
Condition: see description
Size: 3 ins x 2.25 ins
Country of Origin: US
Manufacturer: Max Factor  

VINTAGE GLASS BEADED RETICULE PURSE This charming banded reticule (draw string) purse is created with bright apple green and jet black cut and faceted glass beads. The lining is in a matching apple green silk as is the ribbon draw string. A striking color combination with every strand appearing to be intact and present. This ca. 1920's purse is a lively example of that era. I can find no damage, ribbon draw string is slightly dingy.

Circa: ca 1920s
Condition: excellant, see description
Size: 6.5 ins long x 3 ins. wide
 

ANTIQUE ENGLISH STERLING CALLING CARD CASE Ca 1918 Very nice English sterling early 20th century calling card case in the form of a small purse with link chain handle and finger ring; the interior is fully lined in brown leather and features seperate card compartments. Fully hallmarked for Birmingham with date letter for ca. 1918, with untraced makers mark of EJ?N. This case is in good condition, does have numereous small dents and a .12 in. split in silver. Both the dents and split are repairable, price reflects needed repairs.
Circa: ca 1918
Condition: see description
Size: 3 ins long x 2 ins high
 

MICRO BEADED ART DECO PURSE Outstanding Art Deco micro beaded bag dating from the mid 1920's to 1930's, in vibrant colored glass beads, laid out in a geometric design of turquoise, light blue and cream white; the lower section with stunning open-weave bib edged and looped fringe. Although unmarked, the frame is nicely detailed in an arrow design and appears to be of German Silver. Tiny cream white beads cover the stitching holes around the frame. It retains its original pale yellow silk lining, knob twist lock and original chain handle.

Condition: As good as it gets! All original; lining is in perfect condition as are the beads. With the exception of 3 missing beads (one of which is inside the bag) that cover the frame stitching, there is no other damage to the beads.
Circa: from 1920
Condition: see description
Size: 4 1/2 in across frame X 7 in. frame to tip of fringe
 

LARGE EARLY 20TH C. VINTAGE BEADED PURSE ca 1900-20s Stunning and very well made, this large 6 x 10.5 inch vintage bag is made of tiny faceted shimmering silver, jet black and gold steel beads set into a geometric medallion design; the extra long fringe ends with a tiny 3 bead cloverleaf on each strand. The frame is ornately engraved with Acanthus leaves and scrollwork and a flower form push button closure; the frame also has an attached flower basket pendent; it is lined in peach silk with gold rick-rack over the sew holes; unmarked but mostly likely of French origin; frame is either German silver of silver plated; dates from ca. 1900 - 1920s; bag is in exceptional condition, fringe is complete,all beadwork appears sound
Circa: early 20th c.
Condition: excellant, see description
Size: frame width- 6 ins. / bag from frame top to bottom of fringe is 10.5 ins
 

Miniature Vintage Beaded Purse Striking vintage child's beaded purse from the 1920's, covered in silvery iridescent grey/black (possibly Marcasite?) and deep purple glass beads set in a semi-circular pattern; bottom with dark grey fringe; imbossed metal frame with rose and vine motif; knob twist closure. Original paper Made in Czechoslovakia label sewn onto lining.

Condition: extremely good; original blue fabric lining; approximately 1 1/2 inches of beading on one side is loose from frame but there are no apparent beads missing.
Circa: ca. 1920
Condition: See description
Size: 3 inches wide x 4 inches in length from frame top to fringe bottom
 

ANTIQUE HANDMADE 800 SILVER MESH PURSE A very nice German 800 silver metal mesh purse; the body is made of extremely fine hand soldered silver mesh and is attached to the frame with silver wire; the frame is ornately hand engraved with scrolling flowers and leaves and a silver link carry chain. Frame is hallmarked (inside) with 800 fineness mark and the German state crescent moon and crown hallmark with an unattributed makers mark; dates after ca 1884. The bag is in excellant condition; two small areas at hinges where mesh is unattached from frame; silver mesh has tarnished
Circa: 19th to early 20th c.
Condition: excellant, see description
Size: frame: 6 ins wide / bag is 5 ins top of frame to bag bottom
 

Victorian Edwardian Crochet Reticule Purse Beautifully made, this unique hand crochet purse dates from the late 19th to early 20th century. It features a terrific openworked central Rose design (on both sides) with drop pom-poms and a twisted cord drawstring. The thread is ecru in color and is lined with blue silk. An absolutely elegant Victorian treasure!

Condition: In near mint condition, all orignal and intact. Does have minor soiling at top and bottom edges. Silk lining needs to be replaced.
Circa: Late 19th - early 20th c.
Condition: see description
Size: 9 inches length x 7 inches width