Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
The purse opens to reveal a black and tan kid leather interior, with various compartments including space for stamps and cards. A fitted pencil is found for making notes and there is a separate coin compartment also with an engraved silver clasp. In all, there are seven compartments making for a very usable Victorian purse. Dimensions below.
Postage and Packing :- £8.00 UK
£12.00 Worldwide
Condition :- Very good, with no breaks, tears or losses. There are some minor discolouration marks to the inside, commensurate with age and use.
Hallmarks :- Unmarked, not unusual with small Victorian items, but tests as silver.
Date :- C1890.
Origin :- European.
Height :- 8 cms.
Width :- 10.5 cms.
Depth :- 2 cms.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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An exquisite silver mounted leather purse
