Antique Victorian Chatelaine Silver Steel Beaded Purse.
$ 23.76
Description
Antique Victorian Chatelaine Silver Steel Beaded Purse.. Antique victorian chatelaine silver steel beaded purse. It features a decorative metal frame (often "German silver") with a repoussé pattern. The bottom has loops of tiny beaded fringe. This includes a waist clip to attach to a belt or sash, allowing the wearer to carry items hands-free with original chain. Features a fish-motif engraved silver frame and micro-beaded body. Has a top clasp closure that you pull forward to open. The purse body is made of leather and the front is covered in tiny steel beads. The back is beadless with the same leather as the lining. Fully lined in leather and has one tiny pocket inside. On the clasp is marked "PAT. APPL'D FOR" which is an abbreviation for "Patent Applied For" . This indicates that at the time the piece was manufactured, the designer or manufacturer had filed a patent application for a specific feature of the item, but the patent had not yet been officially granted. Measures approximately: 5-1/2" diameter (left to right). 12-1/2" (top of clip to bottom of fringe). 1-3/4" long x 2" wide (clip). 4-3/4" long (chain). There is normal vintage signs of aging wear. On one side, there are beads missing & the threads are broken. On the inside, the lining has separated from under the metal frame. Please see all the photos for details. Smoke and pet free environment.
