Vintage Silk Purse with Mirror, Tassel, and Hand Made Hankie

Clothing : Ladies : Purse

 

This is an old silk purse in good condition. The clasp is folded down onto the front of the purse. When you unsnap the clasp and lift it up it reveals a small round mirror. Inside the purse I found an old white hand tatted hankie. It has a tear in the center where it has been folded for too long. The only damage to the silk is where the edge of the mirror has rubbed on the tip edge. The mirror itself is has darkened so you can no longer see yourself in it. The purse measures 4 3/4" long by 3 3/4" wide. It is carried by a knotted cord that is 4 3/4" above the purse. At the bottom is a short cord with a round tassel almost like an acorn.

I could find no markings on it. The clasp is pewter colored and the purse is a very light chocolate brown. It looks just big enough to carry a small compact, a little change the hankie and maybe a lipstick, if she had one..

Item ID: JY-0125 Silk Purse