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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This 40's handbag is made of the most exceptional material. Thin chocolate brown plastic threads that are very luminous. The wristlet length handles are made of the same material with a brown grosgrain backing, The tortoise shell Lucite frame has a waffled pattern. The interior is lined with burnt orange satin. with an open sidewall pocket. A VERY UNIQUE purse from a glamorous era! Measures 11" W x 8" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS91-4 SOLD
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RARE 50's unique oval shaped box purse by "Melbourne Bags by Johansen". Navy blue leather scallop embellishment on the front with the main body being grey and navy blue fabric. The leather handles are wristlet length. The interior is lined with purple satin with a side pocket trimmed with gold piping. FABULOUS VINTAGE! Measures 9" W x 5" H x 3" D Excellent Condition Item# CAS94-4 SOLD
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Sweet petite box purse from the 60's. A combination of white vinyl Cain weave with blue vinyl lid, The wristlet length straps are blue vinyl and genuine leather. The interior is lined with white patent with a small zippered sidewall pocket. Designed by "GAYMODE" Measures 8.5" W x 6" H x 4" D Excellent Condition Item# CAS95-1 $45.00
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This is a gorgeous vintage 60’s beaded handbag by "Lumured". Deep midnight blue acrylic bead are separated by midnight blue faux leather bands. The frame is gold tone metal. The beaded strap is wristlet length. The unused interior is lined with dark blue grosgrain with two open pockets trimmed with silver piping and a zippered sidewall pocket. The original inspection tag still rest in one of the open pockets. CHARMING VINTAGE! Measures 10" W x 9" H Mint Condition Item# CAS91-5 SOLD
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Vintage UNIQUE faux black leather purse in a winged design. The faux leather is gathered into a heart shaped gold metal frame. The braided strap is wristlet length. The interior is lined with patterned black satin. RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 12" W x4"H Excellent Condition Item# CAS30-2 $55.00
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The ultimate of femininity is this 80's faux white leather purse designed by "Sylvia". Delicate pink and white rosettes embellishes the front. The flap is embossed to look like alligator, The shoulder length strap can be tucked inside for use as a clutch. The interior is lined with light beige fabric with a zippered sidewall pocket. LOVELY! Measures 13" w x 8.5" H Excellent Condition Item# CASCM-10 SOLD
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A colorful plush cut velour box purse from the 70's. These wild retro patterns were strongly influences by the Pucci designs of the same era. So many designers followed this fashion craze using colorful psychedelic prints. The handles are wristlet length and are made of faux leather. The interior is lined with faux black leather with a middle zipper compartment. WILD and UNTAMED! Measures 10" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS30-9 $75.00
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Fantastic huge 70's vintage purse by Berne' purse. Black textured, faux leather with gold metal hardware. The purse has a large front pocket that has a curves design. The interior is lined with faux black leather with an open sidewall pocket and a zippered sidewall pocket. The straps are long enough to slip onto your shoulder. Tucked away and never used. A CLASSIC! Measures 11.5" W x 11" H Mint Condition Item# CAS11-11 SOLD
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What a FIND! A 70's/80's"Spiral-Bound" Notebook shoulder purse. Covered with thick white faux leather with a huge brass spiral. The shoulder length strap is fastened to the spiral. The large notebook flap lifts up to expose an interior covered with dark blue taffeta. There is a small zippered sidewall pocket. The sides fold out which gives the handbag lots of room inside. QUITE RARE and SO RETRO! Measures 9.5" W x 10" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS05-30 $125.00
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What an adorable 60's brown faux leather box purse. Oval in shape with two thin wristlet length handles. The interior is lined in kaki green rayon with an elastic trimmed dark brown pouch pocket. There is a pristine mirror mounted to the inside lid. Tucked inside is a dainty hankie with brown mod-art designs. RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 7.5" W x 4.5" H Mint Condition Item# CAS91-6 $75.00
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Theses totes were very popular in the late 60's early 70's. Designed to carry your rain boots and a handy sleeve for t your umbrella. This great retro bag is in a cream color with red and blue accents. The umbrella has a white handle and a clear hood. The interior of the tote is waterproof canvas. Perfect today for carrying your lunch or use it as a handbag. RETRO FUN! Measures 6" W x 11.5" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS11-13 $45.00
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Bold 50's Train Box Purse covered with a fibrant pattern only silk can produce. The box has an overlay of clear vinyl. The frame is antique gold met al. The handle is clear Lucite. A matching lonf scarf that can be used as a head wrap or draped around your neck. The interior of the purse is lined with soft pal blue fabric with an open pocket. Designed by JR Handbags, Julius Resnick Incorporated. HOT RETRO! Measures 8" W x 5" H x 4" D Scarf Measures 43" W x 13" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS11-51 $125.00
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Delightfully HUGE vintage 40's fold over Velour CARPET Handbag with the most charming scene of three puppies resting on a pillow. This purse folds over and with stowing the tuck away chain, now you have a clutch purse. The backside is faux black leather. The interior is black taffeta. SO UNUSUAL! Measures 15" W x 15" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS67-15 $85.00
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Tall razor thin faux leather handbag from the 50's designed by "Triangle". The sides expand in a folder like fashion. The interior is lined with gold moiré satin with a zippered sidewall pocket. TOTALLY UNIQUE! Measures 7" W x 12" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS07-26 $65.00
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HUGE 70's oversized satchel by "Ranleigh". Soft pastel colors with fawn beige faux leather piping and trim. Double handles for strength, because this size handbag can cary quite a few items. Tiny scuffs on the left corner of the covered faux leather frame. The interior is lined with russet-colored grosgrain with a zippered side wall pocket. The lining shows wear and a previous owner added filigree trim around the zipper pocket. The brocade is in mint condition. AWESOME! Measures 17" W x 7.5" H Genly Used Condition Item# CAS15-28 $35.00
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The ultimate of a 70's Carpet Bag by "Jana". Looped carpet in a multitude of colors to blend with so many outfits. The trim, bottom and handles are genuine black leather. Two huge compartments on each side to the middle toggle latch compartment. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with two open slots and a zippered sidewall compartment. A BAG TO BE ADMIRED! Measures 13" W x 9" H Mint Condition Item# CAS03-6 $115.00
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Striking unusual fur satchel. Designed in the 70's by "Lee Chapelle" Australia. Totally soft Kangaroo fur and genuine leather. The interior is lined with natural look faux leather with an open pocket and a zippered sidewall pocket. Quality all the Way! Measures 8" W x 11" H Mint Condition Item# CAS98-7 $155.00
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The 1964 film adaptation of Harold Robbins “The Carpetbaggers” motivated Jerry Terrence to use the rugs sold at his family business, Target Carpets, to fashion his outrageously popular line of Jerry Terrence Carpet Bags. The bags were discontinued three years later, but in the fall 2006, 64-year-old Terrence is bringing them back in 27 new styles to Nordstrom's. This makes this unique vintage Terrance clutch even more valuable. The carpet clutch has a multitude of colors that will bland with many outfits. TOTAL FUN! Measures 14" w x 6.5" H Excellent Condition Item# CAS99-4 $95.00
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A mix of graceful flowers covers this unique shoulder length shoulder handbag by "Margaret Smith". Most of her handbags were hand held totes. The interior is lined with chocolate-brown satin with an open sidewall pocket. Easy and fun to carry! Measures 12" W x 9" H (not including shoulder length strap) Excellent Condition Item# MAR82-1 $68.00
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JR Purse 1955 issue of Handbags & Accessories
