North American Auction Company
Timed Auction

Last Chance November Passed Lots & Added Auction: NOV 18TH

Sun, Nov 13, 2022 02:00AM EST - Fri, Nov 18, 2022 03:00PM EST
Lot 911

Victorian Era Antique Chatelaine Purses (2)

Estimate: $300 - $600

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$50 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$25,000 $2,500
$100,000 $5,000
In this lot there are two (2) antique Victorian era Chatelaine purses. The smaller is a German silver chainmaille coin purse with a two compartment leather interior that would hang on a ladies chatelaine, or belt in the late 1800s and early 1900s, to carry a handerkerchief and coins. They were typically carried by the upperclass and with evening attire. German silver was an alloy used in the late 1800's as a more affordable replacement for silver. This antique coin purse is made of this alloy, and is an extraordinary example of the style of this era. Embossed ornate floral motifs and elongated forms adorn the clasp, while chain and four dangling bead accents add even more eye-catching ornament. This antique accessory is a lovely little piece of history! Stamped "German Silver" on the inside frame, "Kissing" style clasp, rich patina throughout, no damages noted. The larger chainmaille purse is a "Flapper" era styled purse, popular during the 1920s and '30s. Approximately 9"L from the frame and 9"W in the middle, this purse would have been a stand alone style carried with evening attire. Link separation is noted throughout along with rich patina and verdigris.
North American Auction Company is proud to announce the opening of our new in-house, full-service shipping department. We have listened to you the customer and will now be handling all outgoing packages in our new shipping department. We are confident this new offering will allow for a smooth transition from auction block to your front step. We have partnered with preferred carriers to ensure a safe, efficient delivery that works best with your schedule. Please allow 14-21 days after complete invoice payment is made to package and ship your purchase. After you are notified of your winning bids from our company and your item invoice is paid in full our new shipping department will contact you. Make sure when signing up with our company that your preferred shipping information is up to date as this information will be used to estimate shipping cost. Once the items have been packaged our team will contact you for shipping payment. Shipping invoices and payment will be completely separately than the items invoice. Please notify the shipping department with any alternate request or instructions at mark@northamericanauctioncompany.com or 800-686-4216 ext. 3. For a shipping quote please contact the same information above. PLEASE NOTE a shipping quote price can fluctuate in price. Auction company is not responsible for actual shipping cost being higher than quoted shipping cost. Thank you for trusting North American Auction Co. with your bids and shipping. As our shipping department is brand new please understand that delays can be expected.