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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A very RARE unique vintage black patent handbag bag by “Susan Tyler” from the 70's. The full flap gives the bag a sleek uncluttered look. Topping this purse is an extraordinary brass colored metal handle with a Lion head on each end. Two Lion embellishments adorn the flap. Open the flap and there are 3 separate open purses all lined in black grosgrain. PURE VINTAGE ARM CANDY! Measures 9.5" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT09-3 $125.00
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A unique not quite vintage "Julie Haus" dark coffee brown high gloss patent clutch embossed to look like alligator skin. A working battery operated clock adorns the front. The hardware and frame are silver metal. The interior is lined with black and white herringbone fabric. Tucked away and never used. SENSATIONAL EXCLUSIVE CLUTCH! Measures 12" W x 5.5" H Mint Condition Item# PAT200-15 $65.00
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Location February 1950: Bobbie Jerome Handbags A delightful UNIQUE 1955 rich chocolate shiny patent and tortoise Lucite handbag by "Bobbie Jerome”. The extraordinary Lucite interlocking handles and latch loop are a outstanding design. The belt shaped latch threads through the loop to close. The interior is fully lined in brown grosgrain with one open and one metal zip pocket. Measures 8" W x 6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT09-6 SOLD
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No this vintage handbag is not designed by Versace but designed long before Versace's time in the 50's by "LEWIS". Made with genuine patent leather and is a petite convertible handbag, use as a clutch or were the purse with the gold metal should length chain. The gold metal Medusa latch dominates the front with such glamour. The interior is lined with black colored grosgrain with a long slash pocket lined with ivory-colored grosgrain. A "Lewis" logo mirror still rests in the slash pocket. RARE VINTAGE CHIC! Measures 8" W x 5" H Item# PAT200-4 $65.00
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A stunning sophisticated and glamorous VERY RARE KORET black genuine patent leather handbag from the early 50's. The genuine leather has been coated with gloss patent. An amazing thick double like brass handles are attached to the handbag with orate looking flower petals also solid brass. There is an opening on each side of the toggle latch compartment. The latch a solid brass and is shaped like a daisy. The interior is lined with black satin a zippered sidewall pocket and an open pocket lined with gold-colored satin. Resting in the pocket is a matching black satin coin purse attached to the lining by a delicate gold metal chain.VOGUE VINTAGE! Measures 9" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT103-3 SOLD
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"Timothy Hitsman" designed high-end shoes with matching handbags in the 80's and early 90's using quality materials and was famous for his UNIQUE designs. This purse is no exception, covered with metallic deep plum-colored patent with a sculptural panel of suede purple metallic fabric. The built in asymmetrical handle compliments the scalloped design on the front. The backside is all patent. The interior is something to behold covered with gold metallic genuine leather and black grosgrain fabric. There is a small zippered sidewall pocket. There is a shoulder link tick away chain. "Forrest E. "Timothy" Hitsman, an international women's shoe designer and businessman renowned for his chic stores and flair for designing couture footwear, died Feb. 25, 2004, at Springbridge Rehabilitation Center in Chesterfield of complications from cancer. He was 70 and lived in Chesterfield." A VERY RARE HITMAN DESIGN! Measures 10" W x 9.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT114-2 $85.00
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An amazing large ruby red metallic patent purse from the 60's. The contour of the handbag flatters the unique sculptural handle. An embroidered leafy branch adorns the front. The interior is lined with spill proof black vinyl with a brass zippered sidewall pocket. The original paper label still hangs from the strap and the label reads "Styles by Elisha Handbags, 6900 N.W. 37th Avenue Miami Fla. This incredible handbag has been tucked away and never used. SO IMPRESSIVE! Measures 13" W x 8" H Mint Condition Item# PAT100-9 $125.00 |
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Divinely sweet black patent clutch by "Etra" from the 70's. The patent is gathered along a gold metal frame with a kiss-lock latch with large round globes. The interior is lined with black faux leather with a zippered sidewall pocket. Etra began using its logo in 1948 and registered it again in 1970 and renewed in 1991. The logo is now listed as dead and they did not seem to design bags past the 70's. A SWEET VINTAGE TREASURE! Measures 7.5" E x 6.6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT90-2 $45.00 |
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Ande' made some fantastic handbags in the 80's and this charming black patent convertible purse is one of Ande's creations. The full flap has three pleats and a sash with a faux black leather bow. The tuck away shoulder strap is adjustable. The interior is lined in bright red fabric with a zippered sidewall pocket. Tucked away and never used. SO STRIKING! Measures 11" W x 7" H Mint Condition Item# PAT-SL-68-4 $48.00
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A VERY UNIQUE NOVELTY high gloss mocha colored pear-shaped purse from the early 90's. The hardware is gloss gold metal with a brass latch that is set with a huge clear rhinestone. The patent strap is adjustable to shoulder length. The interior is lined with black and white striped fabric with 2 small open sidewall pockets, a zippered sidewall pocket and a large middle zipper compartment. The patent has several darker swirls that is a manufacturer defect but very hard to spot do to the high gloss. HOT ARM CANDY! Measures 11" W x 6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT01-3 SOLD
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A very UNIQUE black patent purse from the 80's by "Brio". The back of the purse is flat with a slash storage pocket. The shoulder length handle is adjustable. The interior is lined wuth black faux suede woth a zippered sidewall pocket rimmed with black patent. HOT RETRO! Measures 8" W x 9" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT52-3 $48.00 |
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