Round silver purse from the Victorian or Edwardian period. Beaded with tiny French cut steel beads. The bottom had looped fringe all around it. This is worn now and could be restored or removed. Lovely leaf motif ornate metal frame with acorn snap closure at the top. Chain handle with fancy chatelaine clip decoration. The metal may be German or nickel silver. Interior is soft leather possibly deerskin with a small slit pocket. It would make a lovely display piece or with just a bit of love a usable purse.

- condition - bottom fringe is apart and missing beads as shown. I will include all the tiny beads I can find. The purse has been stored for years in the bottom of a box. The metal is rough to touch and I have not tried polishing it. The top chatelaine is broken. The front and back beads all appear intact for the most part. Otherwise clean. Sold as is. The beads have a lovely sparkle to them.

- measurements -

4 1/2" strap drop including the top ornament

4" round

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Argenta, IL.