Lot # 177 - Vintage Gold Mesh Wallets and Snap Purses

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Pickup Dec 14 10-3
Start Date/Time: 02-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 09-Dec-2025 9:56:00 PM
Current bid:

$13.00

Highest bidder:

Dakiam

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Description :

Vintage Gold Mesh Purses: Glamour in Metallic Elegance

This curated collection of seven vintage mesh purses showcases the shimmering sophistication of mid-20th-century evening accessories, each piece reflecting the era’s love for texture, sparkle, and refined detail.

Materials and Construction

  • Exterior: All purses feature gold-tone metallic mesh, a flexible and reflective material that drapes like fabric while maintaining a structured form.

  • Closures: The collection includes both clasp closures and fold-over designs, offering a mix of secure and stylish options.

Style and Era

  • Period: Most likely from the 1930s to 1950s, when mesh purses were popularized by brands like Whiting & Davis and became staples of evening fashion.

  • Aesthetic: The gold mesh evokes Art Deco and Hollywood Regency influences, combining geometric precision with opulent flair.

  • Function: These purses were designed to complement evening wear, often paired with gowns, gloves, and jewelry for a complete ensemble.



Dimensions : 2.75-6.5 in W

Auction History

Highest bidder is Dakiam

Date Bid User
03-Dec-2025 2:36:02 PM $13.00 Dakiam
02-Dec-2025 10:06:36 PM $9.00 Chieftain
02-Dec-2025 9:53:05 AM $5.00 howard26

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