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 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

SOLD

 

 

 

 

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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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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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