

Terminology regarding the condition of the Vintage Handbags:
Please remember when buying vintage purses there are normally minor imperfections unless these are very noticable or detract from the style or attractiveness of the item they are not normally mentioned.
LOOKING FOR PERFECTION - VINTAGE IS NOT FOR YOU!
(Mint Condition) MINT - As close to "new" as possible for its age. No problems.
(Excellent Condition) Normal wear expected for age. Any problems are not easily visible.
(Gently Used) Normal wear expected for age. Shows very minimal wear
(Used) A purse that was used everyday. Not abused.... but used, shows more noticeable wear.
(Rest assured I do not sell handbags that are not attractive or fit to carry.)
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Tucked away and never used is the UNIQUE gold metal bubble mesh purse from the 80's. The frame is etched gold metal with an elaborate large faux pearl and rhinestone latch. The cobra shoulder strap is European length and can rotate inside for use as a clutch. The interior is pristine gold satin with an open sidewall pocket. ALLURING! Measures 8" W x 5" H Mint Condition Item# EVECM-65 $58.00 |
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Glitter and sparkling black sequin and seed bead purse from the 1970's. Black seed bead flowers dot the front and back. There is a tuck away wristlet length gold chain. The interior is lined with pristine black satin. The label inside states "Hand Made in British Hong Kong". This evening purse with sparkle up any evening outfit! Measures 7" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVE01-5 $48.00
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Fashion Magazine ad 1947
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An engaging 40’s chocolate brown grosgrain "Twifaille"evening purse by "Rosenfeld" Thick solid brass frame with a porcelain inlay of a Victorian lady adorning the front. . Her gown is in a lustrous turquoise color. The interior is lined with rich brown satin with four small open pockets with a matching satin coin purse resting in one of the pockets. LOVELY! Measures 8" W x 9" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE11-5 $85.00 |
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An exquisitely beautiful 50's steel cut handbag. It is really hard to begin to describe this VERY RARE French handbag from the 50's designed by "Langlois & Jargens, 4 Rue Vaucanson, Paris". This weighty woven cut steel handbag is handmade in France and has an outstanding detailed deign that was a labor of love. The camera does not capture the luminous sparkle that the cut steel beads reflect. The flip top cap opens up to expose an interior is lined with rich white-colored satin with an open sidewall pocket on each sidewall. These handbags usually are displayed in a glass cubicle at high-end vintage shops since they are so rare. Especially this handbag since the condition is mint. The four I have listed came from a very meticulous collector, which I am very lucky to list for her. A TRUE VINTAGE TREASURE! Measures 8.5" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVE06-SL-2 $525.00 |
A multitude of sparkling "Aurora Borealis Rhinestones" are prong set on fine black netting. The top has a textured gold metal bar latch with matching wristlet length chain. The interior is lined with black satin with an open sidewall pocket. A lovely shimmering evening bag! Measures 7" W x 5" H Excellent Condition Item# EVE88-57 $58.00 |
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A charming "Treasure Chest" box purse from the 50's/60's. Thick panels of grey marbled Lucite with gold metal hardware. This lovely little charmer has a rare shape for a Lucite purse. Stamped on the inside hinge "Made in Italy". Measures 5.5" W x 4.5"H x 3.5" D Item# EVE80-2 Excellent Condition $115.00 |
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Created for "Neiman Marcus" stores is this charming vintage petite beaded "Butterfly" purse. This type of beaded purse is featured on page 93 of Popular Purses. "It's in the Bag" 2001. Vintage purses since the publishing of this book has gained tremendously in value. Each year vintage handbags grow in value and collectablity. The interior of this purse is lined in black satin with a tiny open sidewall pocket. Each side has the same Butterfly. The shoulder length cord strap is removable so the Butterfly can be carried as a clutch. The interior is lined with black satin with an attached tiny pullout oval mirror. TO SWEET! Measures 6.5" W x 4" H Mint Condition Item# EVE28-3 $65.00
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Bright gold sequins with gold bangle-dangles over this charming 70's evening purse. Marked simply inside that the bag was made by hand in the "Royal Crown Colony of Hong Kong". The frame is also covered with tiny gold glass beads studded with rhinestones. The lining is pale gold satin with an open slash pocket. Designed with a tuck away wristlet length gold metal chain. RAZZLE-DAZZLE! Measures 9.5" w x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVE98-36 $58.00
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Famous 50/60's Fashion Model Evelyn Tripp
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Striking braided gold metal wristlet chains with tasseled ends are striking next to the high gloss black embossed alligator vinyl box purse. Designed by "Knapp’s Lansins" in the 60's. Structured to look like there is no entry. The front and the back look the same. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a zippered and open sidewall pocket. RARE & CHIC ! Measures 8" W x 5.5" H Mint Condition Item# EVE16-24 $85.00 |
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Unique black satin box purse with an elaborate silk Renaissance scene on each side of this lovely evening purse. The colors are as vivid as the day the handbag was made. The silk scenes are structured to look like a framed picture. There is an open compartment on each side of the middle toggle latch compartment. The interior is lined with black satin lining with two open sidewall pocket. There is a matching mirror sleeve tucked inside on of the pockets with the original mirror. The designer tag simply states, "Made in Italy". Magnificent! Measures 9" W x 6" H Excllent Condition Item# EVE19-5 $85.00 |
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Dior Gown 1947
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Deep black lush velvet covers this elegant 40's evening purse by "Rosenfeld". The frame is made of genuine brass with a row brilliant sparkling rhinestones. The underside of the wide wristlet strap is lined with purple satin. The interior is lined with royal blue satin with four tiny sidewall pockets. BEAUTIFUL! Measures 8" W X 7.5" H Excellent Condition Item# EVECM15-15 $125.00 |
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RARE MINT collectors "Czech Bead Purse" from the 30's. The classic Czech beadwork is extraordinary. Hand applied with painstaking detail. The lining is pristine ivory grosgrain. Measures 6" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# EVE48-41 $110.00 |
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