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Hidden Gems Of Furniture, Lighting & Collectables Online Auction

Saturday 10 January 2026, 12:30

Lot 150: A Collection of 10 Vintage and Antique Beaded and Textile Purses and Reticules

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This auction ended on 10 January 2026.

Start price: £30

Estimate: £30 - £40

Buyer’s premium: 22%

Sold for: £85

A collection of 10 assorted vintage and antique bags and reticules dating from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century. The materials present include fine glass micro-beads, silk, satin, velvet, woven textile, and early plastic (Bakelite or similar). Styles vary widely, encompassing coin purses, envelope bags, and handled bags. Notable items include a large black fabric envelope bag heavily embroidered with silver micro-beadwork forming a central sunflower motif, several small framed micro-beaded coin purses featuring multi-color floral or geometric patterns, a yellow woven or crocheted textile bag, and an amber-toned handled bag constructed of plastic or Bakelite. The plastic handled bag retains a small handwritten inventory sticker reading May Not 5 / Sale Please. The collection also includes a black netted beaded bag and an orange velvet pouch.

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