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Rare George 111 Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Double Sided Purse C.1800
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Rare George 111 Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Double Sided Purse C.1800

18th century
Sold 26 September 2025 · Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
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An unusual George 111 tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid double sided purse with applied gilt tooled leather and double steel chain handles. The purse would probably have been for some coins and documents. It is in really good condition considering its daily use and age. The tortoiseshell is very decorative with a central flower motif and sprays of small leaves in mother-of-pearl. There is a steel closure to both sides, one side shuts well and one side doesn't close properly. It has two chains for handles. The leather is dark red with gold tooling. It has of course age relate wear but relatively it is in good condition. A most unusual piece.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Tortoiseshell Purse to the Georgian era.

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SA926276
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An unusual George 111 tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid double sided purse with applied gilt tooled leather and double steel chain handles. The purse would probably have been for some coins and documents. It is in really good condition considering its daily use and age.
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The tortoiseshell is very decorative with a central flower motif and sprays of small leaves in mother-of-pearl.
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors

There is a steel closure to both sides, one side shuts well and one side doesn't close properly. It has two chains for handles. The leather is dark red with gold tooling. It has of course age relate wear but relatively it is in good condition. A most unusual piece.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors has dated this Antique Tortoiseshell Purse to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA926276
Dealers Internal Ref
CCB
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
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A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare George 111 Tortoiseshell and Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Double Sided Purse C.1800

Archive II A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. View II
Archive III A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. View III
Archive IV A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. View IV
Archive V A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. View V
Archive VI A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap. View VI
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Gill Coe Antiques & Interiors
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Surrey
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A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap.
Rare George 111 tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid double sided purse c.1800
Ref: SA926276
A rectangular antique tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl inlaid purse with gilt leather borders and a metal chain strap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPurses and Bags
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Mother-of-Pearl, Leather, Brass
  • ColourAmber and Brown
  • MotifsMother-of-pearl floral inlay, Gilt tooled leather borders, Tortoiseshell veneer panels, Metal chain suspension
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 17 cm (7 in)

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The Georgian era spans the reigns of the British monarchs George I to George IV (1714 to 1830), characterised by a transition from ornate Baroque and Rococo styles to classical Neoclassicism, utilising rich materials such as tortoiseshell, ivory, and precious metals.

Georgian purses and pocket bags frequently incorporated fine leather frameworks, hand-tooled gilt borders, tortoiseshell veneer panels, mother-of-pearl inlay, and delicate metal chain links, all assembled by skilled artisans using traditional adhesives and pinning techniques.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural variations in the mottled amber and dark brown patterns of tortoiseshell, alongside hand-engraved mother-of-pearl motifs, traditional tool marks on the interior leather linings, and period-appropriate metal clasps and hinges without modern machine tooling.

Such historic objects are typically displayed inside glass-fronted cabinets, upon dedicated display stands, or on small occasional tables where their intricate craftsmanship and texture can be appreciated as focal points.

Tortoiseshell is sensitive to rapid temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight, and excessive moisture. It should be kept in a stable environment with moderate humidity and cleaned only with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical polishes entirely.
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