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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Tucked away and never used is this outstanding petite 50's black patent "ENVELOPE STYLE purse with expandable accordion sides. A thick rope twist tortoise shell colored Lucite handle sits proudly on top. The envelope style flay a round Lucite embellishment. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a brass zipped middle compartment. RARE INDEED! Measures 8.5" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# PAT109-7 SOLD
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Dramatic 60's "Francois of California" black patent handbag displays contrasting shiny patent body and sculptural matte finish handles. A mod-art brass patch highlights the brass colored frame. The spotless shocking pink colored mushroom vinyl interior features one metal zip and one large open pocket lined with black mushroom vinyl with a Francois label in bright gold lettering. PURE RETO ARM CANDY! Excellent Condition Item# PAT22-4 SOLD
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"LEWIS" created awesome purses through the 30's and 50's and this design from the 50's has so much eye-catching appeal and very UNIQUE. Sleek high gloss black patent design with a curved flap that follows the curved stitching on the front. The flap is topped off with a honey-colored arching Lucite handle. The interior is lined with black satin with a brass zippered sidewall pocket and an open pocket trimmed with metallic gold piping. A STUNNING TIME TRAVELER! Measures 10.5" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT103-5 SOLD
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To cool 70’s bright lipstick red patent swing purse that dangles on your wrist. Two ways to carry it, open or folded. The frame is silver colored metal with huge globe shaped kiss lock latch. There is a zipped pocket on the side. The toggle latch interior is line with grey textured silky material. A FUN TO CARRY RETRO STYLE HANDBAG! Measures unfolded 10" W x 8" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT102-4 $45.00 |
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I am always looking for unique vintage handbags and this 50's handbag fits "UNIQUE" perfectly. Two black patent bubble-textured panels house two high gloss back patent purses. The back patent flap was a turn-lock latch and each purses has kiss-lock latches. The inferiors are lined with black spill proof vinyl. The handles are wristlet length. DISTINCTLY VINTAGE! Measures 8.5" W x 5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT73-6 $55.00
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This "Ingber" fold-over shopper is as rare as the highly sought after Safety Pin Handle purse that Ingber designed from the same 50's era. Brothers Issac and David Ingber established the company in 1903. and the survived into the 1960's, which many great purse company’s did not. This large black patent purse has a unique solid brass handle and latch. The interior is black and white striped fabric, which was Inger's trademark. There is an open pocket and a brass zippered sidewall pocket. A COLLECTOR"S DREAM COME TRUE! Measures 11" W x 7" H (folded) (7" W x 14" unfolded) Excellent Condition Item# PAT52-5 $125.00
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This RARE burlwood high gloss patent purse is so unique from the early 50's. The two root beer colored interlocking Lucite blend perfectly to the colors in the burlwood patent. The unused pristine interior is lined with tan grosgrain with a built in kiss lock purse a small slash pocket and a brass zippered sidewall pocket. AMAZING VINTAGE! Measures 10" W x 8"H Mint Condition Item# PAT50-5 $110.00
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Beautifully crafted and sculptural in its detail is this RARE 1960's super long purse by "CAPRICE". Sleek black patent covers the long oval shape with a built in handle following the contour. A large Art-deco solid brass tubular shaped latch compliments the unique look. The interior is lined with beige-Colored faux leather with as brass zippered sidewall pocket. AN UNPARALLELED VINTAGE PURSE! Measures 17" W x 12" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT40-5 SOLD
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Unique RARE 60's electric blue patent marbled with a dark navy blue. The two handles are anchored with etched brass colored metal bars which emphasizes the curved contour of the purse. There is an open slim glove storage pocket on each side of the middle toggle latch compartment. The interiors are lined with dark purple grosgrain. The toggle latch compartment has an open pocket trimmed with gold-colored piping and a brass zippered sidewall pocket No label present but I believe this is an Ingber design. HOT COUTURE VINTAGE! Measures 8.5" W x 6.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT200-41 SOLD |
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A delightful vintage high gloss patent convertible clutch from the 60's. The patent is gathering into the patent wrapped frame. A honey-colored Lucite globe latch matches the Lucite pull ring. A tuck-away cold metal chain is wristlet length. The spotless interior is lined with floral printed fabric. A STUPENDOUS VINTAGE GEM! Measures 11" W x 6" H Mint Condition Item# PAT90-13 SOLD
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A RARE stunning Hot Rod Candy Apple high gloss patent clutch from the 70's designed by "Koret of Canada". The silver metal arched frame is trimmed with marbled gray Lucite adorned with a matching Art Deco design. The interior is lined with black grosgrain with a small open sidewall pocket trimmed with silver piping. PURE RETRO ARM CANDY! Measures 10" W x 6" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT101-7 $115.00
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1960's VIKI HANDBAG magazine ad
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A runway chic black patent handbag from the 60's designed by "VIKI". A beautiful luminous cameo adorns the front. The cameo has a fluted tiny gold metal frame. The double patent handle is wristlet length. The large crown shaped latch has a round black stone. The interior is lined with red faux leather with an open sidewall pocket and a brass zippered sidewall pocket. A VERY CLASSY RETRO HANDBAG! Measures 9.5" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT101-08 $115.00
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Here is a tall slender oval shaped black patent box purses from the 50's. Unsnap the envelope shaped flap and the front panel folds down to expose the interior. The interior is lined with black rayon fabric. The front flap has a small mirror mounted in the interior. The round patent handle is wristlet length. THIS IS AND TRUE VINTAGE EYE-CATCHER! Measures 8.5" W x 8" H x 3" D Excellent Condition Item# PAT52-6 $75.00
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This vintage RARE petite patent purse is as sweet as kit can be from the 60's. Somewhere through its time travels this cute purse was turned into a "Poodle Purse" with charming appliques. One wide sway handle loops around your wrist. The purses sides are accordion pleated for easy access. The interior is lined with black matte satin with a long open sidewall pocket. BRING ON THE SOCK-HOP ROCK & ROLL MUSIC! Measures 8" W x 5.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT90-14 SOLD
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"Jerry Moss" designed some unique handbags in the 60's and his designs are highly sought after. This RARE Jerry Moss creation is typical of his flair for designs featuring high gloss black patent with curvilinear sculptural handles. Accenting the front are two root beet colored Lucite half moons. There are two open glove storage areas on each side of the toggle latch compartment. The latch is a matching Lucite globe. The interior is lined in faux high gloss black leather with a brass zippered sidewall pocket and a large open sidewall pocket. The label reads "Jerry Moss, HOLIDAY".HOT RETREO! Measures 11" W x 9" H(not including the handles) Gently Used Condition Item# PAT80-4 $75.00
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Fire and Ice Red by Revlon
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Unique "FIRE & ICE" red patent purse from the 70's. Each side of the middle goggle latch compartment has an open storage area and the panels are gathered into a dowel with brass peg ends. The straps are wristlet length. The frame is brass colored metal. The interior is lined with black linen textured spill proof vinyl with a brass zippered sidewall pocket. HOT RETRO! Measures 12" W x 7.5" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT73-4 $55.00 |
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A fabulous vintage handbag by "Meyers". The unusual flap has a cut out area that displays a huge barrel shaped brass toggle latch. Open the flap are you will see three seperate staggered compartments. Each compartment is lined with black taffeta. The toggle latch compartment has a zippered sidewall pocket, The etched gold metal chain is wristlet length. SO UNIQUE! Measures 10" W x 7" H Excellent Condition Item# PAT62-6 $58.00 |
