RARE RIALTO Lucite Handbag/Lucite Handbags/Lucite Purses/Lucite Bags/50's Lucite Purses/50's Handbags/Black Lucite Purses/Near MINT ConditionCirca 1952-53 RARE RIALTO Lucite HandbagThis is a Black Beauty Scalloped Oval with Decorative Carved Lid and Metal Braiding. This exact handbag in beige pearl is featured in "Carry Me! 1950's Lucite Handbags an American Fashion" by Janice Berkson on page 50. It has the button closure that was a signature used by the Rialto Company called the "button" clasp, which made sense since Rialto began as a button factory many years ago. The bottom front and back are scalloped. The bottom has four small black feet. This Handbag is made from the heavier Lucite which feels Great to Carry.Measurements - Length - 7. 25" Width - 4. 25" including closure Height - 5. 5" without the handle, 11. 5" with the handleNear MINT Condition - This lovely is near MINT. There is no clouding, cracks, or odor. There are a few faint scratches on the right handle next the top of the bag and there are a couple just inside the lid (see the 6th photograph to the right of the mirror). These are perfectly normal with this age of handbag. Just think it is almost 70 years old. This is a beauty to Add to Your Collection or to Carry!

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Birmingham, AL.