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Elegant George V Silver Cocktail Purse by G. Norman, Birmingham 1917
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Elegant George V Silver Cocktail Purse by G. Norman, Birmingham 1917

1900 - 1920
Description

This stylish sterling silver cocktail purse was made in Birmingham in 1917 and bears the marks of G. Norman. The front and back engraved with elegant engine-turned decorations. The front with a vacant roundel. The clasp opening to reveal the original tan leather interior. The sides fitted with a chain and suspension ring to allow a lady to hold her purse while dancing or holding her cocktail glass.

Hallmarks:

G.N for G. Norman.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "s" for 1917.

Dimensions:

Maximum width: 12.5cm / 5 inches.

Maximum depth: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Height: 6.5cm / 2.3 inches.

Condition:

Very good condition.

Good hinge, snaps shut.

Crisp engravings.

Clean Interior.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
6.6cm (2.60")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Evening Purse to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199843
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MAR94
Description
This stylish sterling silver cocktail purse was made in Birmingham in 1917 and bears the marks of G. Norman. The front and back engraved with elegant engine-turned decorations. The front with a vacant roundel. The clasp opening to reveal the original tan leather interior.
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The sides fitted with a chain and suspension ring to allow a lady to hold her purse while dancing or holding her cocktail glass.
Julie Cartwright Antiques
fig 1. A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.
fig 1. Elegant George V Silver Cocktail Purse by G. Norman, Birmingham 1917

Hallmarks:

G.N for G. Norman.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "s" for 1917.

Dimensions:

Maximum width: 12.5cm / 5 inches.

Maximum depth: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Height: 6.5cm / 2.3 inches.

Condition:

Very good condition.

fig 2. A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.
fig 2. Elegant George V Silver Cocktail Purse by G. Norman, Birmingham 1917

Good hinge, snaps shut.

Crisp engravings.

Clean Interior.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

fig 3. A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.
fig 3. Elegant George V Silver Cocktail Purse by G. Norman, Birmingham 1917

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
6.6cm (2.60")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Evening Purse to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1199843
Dealers Internal Ref
MAR94
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Archive I A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.

ELEGANT GEORGE V SILVER COCKTAIL PURSE BY G. NORMAN, BIRMINGHAM 1917

Archive II A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle. View II
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Archive V A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle. View V
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A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.
ELEGANT GEORGE V SILVER COCKTAIL PURSE BY G. NORMAN, BIRMINGHAM 1917
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A George V sterling silver cocktail purse with engine-turned linear decoration, a central circular cartouche, a ball clasp, and a fine silver chain handle.
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An antique silver cocktail purse is a compact handbag crafted from solid sterling silver, designed primarily for formal evening occasions during the late Victorian, Edwardian, and George V periods.

These purses were constructed using pressed or formed sterling silver sheets, decorated with fine engine-turned geometric patterns, fitted with a hinged frame, kiss-lock clasp, and an integrated chain handle.

Authentic British pieces bear official assay hallmarks, including the lion passant mark for sterling silver, a city assay mark such as the Birmingham anchor, a date letter, and a registered makers mark.

Beyond use as a vintage fashion piece, these silver purses are displayed as decorative accents on vanity tables, inside glass vitrines, or mounted in shadow boxes alongside historical silver items.

Clean gently using a soft cotton cloth and a specialized silver polishing compound, avoiding excessive pressure that could wear down delicate engine-turned linear details or official hallmarks.
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