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Chenille Velvet Tapestry Purse Gold Seashell Clasp$64.99
This cut velvet bag from the 1940's to 1950's is in great condition. The earth tone colored flowers cut into black velvet are still bright. The closure is a gold leafed murex sea shell The purse measures 12 inches tapering to 10 inches at the top and 7 inches high. It opens to 6 inches and the black leather hand strap in 12 inches, not quite long enough for a shoulder strap. The inside has a 4 x 6 inch pocket that closes with a metal zipper and a flat 2.5 inch x 5 inch pocket with a little flatter 1 inch x 5 inch pocket below that. The inside is a black polished cotton. The velvet fabric goes all around the purse including the bottom making this a carpet bag, meaning it will mold to what is kept inside as opposed to a flat bottom.
This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Www.Etsy.Com/Shop/Necromancenola.