tiffany silver mesh bag

[Linn]

Got it- p. 167 - Rainwater:

Frank T. May Company, New York, N.Y.
Rutherford , New Jersey

Manufacturers and distributors of sterling sliver bags, 14K vanity and ladies' cigarette cases and novelties and jewelry.

They were listed in various trade publications from 1896-1943. I agree that the handbag is C. 1920's.

 

[mingus107]

You guys are amazing super-slueths! Gorgeous bag!

 

[jauntyrooster]

Super exciting find and yes..quite a price on the rl listing. Once again this forum proves to be an amazing resource!

 

[bycin]

wow! All of you. Wow! And thanks. And WOW.

Not sure if y'all been following my posting here but my mom picks up this stuff at yard sales. She suffers from a brain disease but no one can find the Limoge in a thrift store faster.

I am grateful to you ladies!

 

[lkranieri]

Just a small note that I edited a typo in my prior post, as my friend said the bag was probably 1920s. She did not say it was "probably 1920."

 

[bycin]

I understood that, Ikranieri. I really appreciate your friend taking the time to look at the pics...and you too!