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An Arts & Crafts Small Silver Chain Mail Cocktail Bag
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An Arts & Crafts Small Silver Chain Mail Cocktail Bag

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 November 2024 · Jeff Sims Antiques
This “Arts & Crafts Small Silver Chain Mail Cocktail Bag” found a buyer.

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Description

A fabulous Edwardian silver chain-link small cocktail bag in the Arts & Crafts taste. This beautiful example has a clasp fitting and a spot hammered front panel. The frame is plain to the reverse and the bag has a belcher chain handle. It is a truly lovely and practical example and a taste of the elegant past. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, holes or losses. The clasp closes well.

Hallmarks :- Import marked for Birmingham 1907.

Maker :- Spurrier & Co.

Length :- 11.75 cms.

Width :- 9.25 cms.

Depth :- 1 cm.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Mesh Bag to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1071260
Dealers Internal Reference
JMS/W
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Description
A fabulous Edwardian silver chain-link small cocktail bag in the Arts & Crafts taste. This beautiful example has a clasp fitting and a spot hammered front panel. The frame is plain to the reverse and the bag has a belcher chain handle. It is a truly lovely and practical example and a taste of the elegant past. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An antique silver chain mail evening bag featuring a curved metal frame and a delicate link chain strap.
fig 1. An Arts & Crafts Small Silver Chain Mail Cocktail Bag

Postage and packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no breaks, holes or losses. The clasp closes well.

Hallmarks :- Import marked for Birmingham 1907.

Maker :- Spurrier & Co.

Length :- 11.75 cms.

Width :- 9.25 cms.

Depth :- 1 cm.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Mesh Bag to the Edwardian era.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1071260
Dealers Internal Ref
JMS/W
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Jeff Sims Antiques

Jeff Sims Antiques
Telephone 07711 373 683
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Suffolk,
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jeffsims
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 4,500
Jeff Sims Antiques
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An antique silver chain mail evening bag featuring a curved metal frame and a delicate link chain strap.
An Arts & Crafts small silver chain mail cocktail bag
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An antique silver chain mail evening bag featuring a curved metal frame and a delicate link chain strap.
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  • ObjectHandbags
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArts & Crafts
  • MaterialSilver, Metal
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsChain mail mesh, Clasp frame, Link handle
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Metal mesh bags gained immense popularity during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, evolving from medieval armour techniques into delicate accessories for evening wear.

Authentic period pieces were typically constructed from sterling silver, silver-plated brass, or German silver, featuring finely linked metal rings and hand-stamped frames.

Authenticity is usually determined by examining the hallmark stamps on the frame, the soldering technique of the individual links, and the specific patina developed over decades of oxidisation.

These historical accessories are frequently displayed inside glass cabinets, shadow boxes, or on decorative trays as sculptural elements of tactile interest.

Preservation requires storing the item flat in acid-free tissue paper away from direct sunlight, avoiding harsh chemical dips, and using a soft brush to gently remove dust from the links.
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