Vintage Patent Leather Handbags
Sophisticated high gloss VINTAGE Patent Handbags.
The Patent process was introduced in 1927 in which Leather or Fabric is coated with a hard glossy surface. Every decade Patent Handbags make a gigantic comeback. Patent is smart and fashionable to carry. A Patent Handbag makes any outfit come alive!
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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Rare UNIQUE oval grey marbled genuine patent leather box purse. A strong handle arches over the patent leather lid. The toggle latch is silver metal. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a perfect oval mirror mounted to the inside lid. Tucked away and never used. Designed for "Joseph Shoes". AMAZING! Measures 7" W x 4.5" H x 5.5"D Mint Condition Item# PAT77-3 $125.00
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Delightful MOD-ART black patent pyramid shaped box purse from the 80's. Leather bows in bright colors embellish the front. The thin patent strap is European length. The interior is lined with black grosgrain. The label inside states "GINO, genuine leather". SUCH FUN! Measures 9" W x 7" H Mint Condition Item# PAT77-4 SOLD
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Perfect 60's handbag that you might see in the "Mad Men" TV series. Cobalt blue patent with an asymmetrical blue leather design on the front. The gold metal latch has a flared wing design. The interior is lined with dark navy blue grosgrain with an open pocket and a zippered sidewall pocket. The designer was "Air Step". PURE RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 8.5" W x 9" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT94-4 $55.00
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Sadly this fabulous designer “Anne Turk” passed away in 1996 of cancer at the age of 61. During her rein as a purse designer in the 80’s Ann and her son Glenn Miller produced some unique high end purses. Elizabeth Taylor, Ivana Trump and Naomi Campbell were her some of her well known clients. The price range of her handbags were around $500.00 and up. Many of her handbags were fashioned after the 1900's “Art Nouveau” period. Leather handbags with elaborate silver metal and gold metal embellishments. Also some were unique novelty purses. Not only did she sell handbags from her show rooms but Bloomingdale's, Saks Fifth Avenue, and other high end selected stores carried her extraordinary handbags as well. These special handbags will end up tucked away on purse collector's closets These Glen Miller for Ann Turk purses are meant to be carried and are retro arm candy. This Ann Turk slim rigid body shoulder purse is black patent textured to look like turtle skin. The flap has a gold and silver metal art nouveau embellishment. The interior is lined with faux black leather. This handbag is part of my Ann Turk collection which I am listing. STUNNING! Measures 10" W x 8" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT95-3 $125.00
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This beautiful RARE high gloss candy apple patent is a 70's Berne' design. The designer tag is no longer present but I have been lucky enough to have listed two other of these very hard to find special sculptural Berne' designs. The sides fold out for easy access. Two honey-colored oval Lucite handles are designed into the contour of the purse. The interior is line with black taffeta with a long open sidewall pocket trimmed with gold piping. STUNNING RETRO! Measures 12.5" W x 9"W not including the handles Excellent Condition Item# PAT70-4 $145.00
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Striking 70's black patent space-age sculptural purse. The patent is embossed to look like alligator skin. The sides expand in accordion fashion. This vintage purse sports a cutout handle design with a large shapely flap. The interior is lined with black faux leather with a middle zipper compartment. SENSATIONAL! Measures 8" W x 10" H Mint Condition Item# PAT69-21 $58.00
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70's Super Model "Twiggy"
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Go-Go era petite 70's high gloss neon green patent purse. A belt flap with large silver eyelets and a large silver metal belt buckle. The sides expand in accordion fashion. The interior is lined with black faux leather with a middle zipper compartment. The strap is wristlet length. This is a purse TWIGGY would have loved to carry! Measures 8" W x 6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT90-5 SOLD
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A darling 70's petite black patent purse with a gold metal handle shaped like bamboo. Decorating the flap is a matching embellishment. The backside has been reinforced with extra stitching on each side that was added through the purse's time travels. The interior is lined with spill proof vinyl with a small zippered sidewall pocket. CHARMING! Measures 10" W x 6.5" H Gently Used Condition (according to stitching added to back) Item# PAT88-6 $35.00
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Patent and fashion in the 50's were intertwined, and having patent high heels and patent purses was a must. Pure class was the look. This 50's black genuine patent leather purse by "Dofan of France" fits this look. A large flap adorns the front with a glove storage slot underneath. Open the top solid brass toggle latch compartment and see an interior lined with buff-colored faux leather. There are two open pockets and a zippered sidewall pocket. RUNWAY RETRO CHIC! Measures 10" W x 10,5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT90-6 SOLD
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This is a very large 70's "Bobbie Jerome" design. Large thick oval honey-colored Lucite handlesarchitectural handles and this handbag has thick oval shaped Lucite handles. Deep black high gloss patent on a contoured body. An open storage slot on each side of the toggle latch compartment designed for storing gloves. The interiors are lined in black grosgrain. The toggle latch compartment has an open sidewall pocket and a comb pocket. SUCH STAGE PRESENCE! Measures 11.5" W x 10.5" H not including the handles Excellent Condition Item# PAT70-5 $125.00
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This is a lovely vintage burlwood patent clutch with a heart shape scallop edge along the top. On each side of the toggle latch compartment is glove slot. The interiors are lined with black satin. SO MUCH CHARM! Measures 11" W x 5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT62-9 $45.00
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Delightful 70's space-age purse in flame red metallic patent. The wide curved handle was designed to hang from your arm close to the body. The frame and hardware are gold metal. The interior is lined with black acetate with a zippered sidewall pocket. HOT RETRO! Measures 11" W x 8.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT88-7 $65.00
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What a delightful fun vintage handbag. The black patent is gathered into a triangle shape on one side. There is little snap on triangles in five different colors that you can use to go with so many different outfits. The shoulder length strap can be clipped off for use as a clutch. The interior is lined with spill proof black vinyl with the designer’s signature "Valarie Barad " embellishing the vinyl. SO UNIQUE! Measures 11.5" W x 7.5" H Mint Condition Item# PAT330-1 $65.00
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An adorable A-Line black patent purse from the 60's. An pewter colored etched back plate surrounds the toggle latch. An amber colored thick Lucite handle creates a stunning contrast against the deep black patent. The interior is lined with bright lipstick red faux leather there is an open slot behind the small zipper compartment. Designed by "EMPRESS, USA". Measures 7.5" W x 6" H x 4"D Excellent Condition Item# PAT01-3 SOLD
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Oh so elegant genuine patent leather handbag from the 70's designed by "Stefano Bravo, Italy". A classic purse design that brings your eye to the gold metal latch that is in the shape of a Tiger's head. The adjustable shoulder strap can be removed for use as a clutch. The interior is lined in genuine bright red leather with a zippered sidewall pocket. The underside of the flap is soft black suede. "Stefano Bravo" bags were very HIGH-END and also VERY EXPENSIVE! Measures 8" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# PAT01-4 $110.00
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RED HOT FIRE HOT 60's vintage patent purse. Satchel shape with a patent wrapped bar covering the gold metal frame on top., The handle is wristlet length. The interior is lined with black spill proof vinyl with a zippered sidewall pocket. IMPRESSIVE! Measures 10" W x 6" H x 4" D Excellent Condition Item# PAT60-13 $55.00
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An elegant classic black patent clutch from the 70's. Qulited on the front with a curved stitch pattern. The frame is gold metal. The interior is lined with spill proof black vinyl. RUNWAY CHIC! Measures 13.5" W x5.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT226-2 $45.00
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UNIQUE large and black vintage patent box purse from the space age 70's. A sturdy brass zipper opens and closed the purse. Two strong luggage style black patent handles top the purse. The interior is lined with spill proof bright red vinyl with a long slash pocket. INCREDIBLE! Measures 13.5" W x 9.5"H Excellent Condition Item# PAT200-2 $58.00
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A truly UNIQUE 60's vintage warm chocolate brown patent purse. Covered with open squares of root beer-colored Lucite. The sideshave long panels of Lucite. Topping the unuuasal look is two Lucite link chains. The interior is lined with gold marsmellow vinyl. HOT RETRO! Measures 9" W x 7.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT105-20 $95.00
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An EXCLUSIVE and RARE vintage convertible handbag that has a HEART SHAPE panel. The panel has a faux red leather side and a bright shiny black patent side. The body of the purse in an evening black crepe. The handle is black patent that is wristlet length. The interior is lined with muted grey patterned fabric, The frame is gold metal. SUCH FUN! Measures 10" W x 8" H Excellent Condition PAT50-5 $75.00
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Fantastic 80's "RUTH SALTZ" black patent clutch with a patterned wide stripe made of genuine Python snakeskin. The interior is lined with unused beige satin with Ruth Saltz signature stamp. There is a large zippered sidewall pocket. RUNWAY CHIC! Measures 12" w x 8.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT98-4 $75.00
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My favorite sculptural purse designer is Francois of California. One look and the distinctive style stands out from all the rest. Exaggerated Francois of California black patent handbag with chic architectural style. The flamboyant arched handles are made of black faux leather. . The beige mushroom vinyl interior sports a zippered sidewall pocket and a slash pocket lined with black faux leather and gold satin. SUCH STAGE PRESENCE! Measures 9.5" W x 8.25" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT50-7 $125.00
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Fabulous NEVER USED Berne' architectural black patent large handbag. The diagonal lines are phenomenal. The handbag fold out wide when opened. The interior is lined with black taffeta with a zippered sidewall pocket. EYE POPPING RETRO and VERY RARE! Measures 12" W x 14" H Mint Condition Item# PATCM-1 $145.00
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Fashioned like an old fashioned LUNCH BOX really gives this handbag character. This 60's rare box purse is covered with high gloss "BURLWOOD" patent. The two gold latches carry the lunch box theme further. The lining is deep brown taffeta. Lots of room in the interior for all your goodies. A perfect purse for a MAD MAN SECRETARY! Measures 9" W x 6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT03-12 $85.00
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UNIQUE 16" long black patent purse. A half moon inset of gather faux leather adorns the front. The top of the purse has a sculptured design that highlight the four sphere gold metal toggle latch. The interior os lined with black taffeta with a long zippered sidewall pocket. PATENT IS HOT and THIS RETRO PURSE IS HOT! Measures 16" W x 6.5" H x 3" D Excellent Condition Item# PAT09-51 $85.00
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This little black patent has a BOLD PRESENCE! The frame is edged with a lipstick red faux leather ruffle and the body of the purse has red piping trim. The interior is lined with black faux leather. There is a shoulder length tuck-away faux red leather strap. The gold metal frame has signs of aging but does not distract since the ruffle hides it from view. A 70's retro purse that is sure to get admiring glances! Measures 9" W x 5" H Genly Used Condition Item# PAT11-5 $48.00
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This is a really charming 60's VINTAGE ORIGINAL BY CAPRICE purse in super shine black a patent. An offset large Lucite ball is the toggle closure. The patent shape is designed to show-off the toggle. The strap is wristlet length. The interior is lined with black satin with a zippered sidewall pocket. A REAL VINTAGE SHOW PIECE! Measures 10" W x 8" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT09-11 SOLD
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Wafer thin 70's black patent clutch with a faux leather bow with silver metal studs. There are a few tiny cracks on the corners of the flap and a few light scratches if you look closely. The interior is lined with black taffeta. Perfect for today’s fashions! Measures 12" W x 5" H Gently Used Condition Item# PAT05-31 35.00 (priced accordingly)
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This unbelievable hot rod blue metallic purse was filled with "Dior Addict" perfume at the perfume's debut in 2002. The flap is embossed with the "Dior Addict" name and the gold metal zipper pull is stamped "Christian Dior Perfume". The zipper opens up to expose a lining of dark blue nylon. An eye-catching collectable wearable UNIQUE clutch! Measures 8" W x 5" H Mint Condition Item# PAT88-8 $35.00
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Super long 60's briefcase style handbag by "Bobbie Jerome". The kaki color is a rare find along with the unique design. The purse rests on four brass pegs. The deco styled latch is solid brass. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a zippered sidewall pocket. A REAL RETRO EYE-CATCHER! Measures 15" W x 6" H Excelent Condition Item# PAT88-9 $75.00
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Elongated oval HIGH GLOSS BLACK PATENT handbag from the 60's that is super long. The front is decorated with a matching oval inset of black grosgrain. The interior is lined with faux black leather with a large open sidewall pocket. Joan on Mad Men loves the bigger bags! Measures 15" W x 6.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT19-27 $75.00
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Eye-catching 70's lime green patent purse with an angular art modern flavor. The frame is wrapped in the same color patent that adds to the design of the purse. The interior is lined with spill proof tan vinyl with a clear vinyl zippered side pocket. A fabulous design by "Spilene". Measures 11" W x 6.5" H Excellent Ciondition Item# PAT88-10 $48.00
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Very unique handle mountings give this 70's "Dove" black patent handbag a very ART DECO" look. Matt black faux leather against the high gloss patent adds even more appeal. The detailed latch has an Art Moderne look also. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a zippered sidewall pocket. CAPTIVATING! Measures 11" W 8" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT30-3 $75.00
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