Unsure of origin or precise era

[Leah West]

Hello everyone,

I found this lovely beaded purse with no tag on the inside. I can't determine the precise date or origin, or the material composition of the beads, which look kind of like shingles on the side of the bag. I'd guess it's 50's/60's. Thoughts? Anyone seen one like it?

Thank you!
Leah

 

[Linn]

I agree with your dating and think that the "beads" might be Lucite or another type of plastic - imitating amber. Could you show us a closer photo and an interior photo of the purse, as well.

 

[Avantbo]

Hello everyone,

I found this lovely beaded purse with no tag on the inside. I can't determine the precise date or origin, or the material composition of the beads, which look kind of like shingles on the side of the bag. I'd guess it's 50's/60's. Thoughts? Anyone seen one like it?

Thank you!
Leah

Hi,

Nice purse.

Can't see 50s although they did make purses like this in the 50s, I put it more 60s or very early 70s but I suspect more 60s.

 

[Midge]

I think 60s.

 

[Leah West]

I agree with your dating and think that the "beads" might be Lucite or another type of plastic - imitating amber. Could you show us a closer photo and an interior photo of the purse, as well.

Hi Linn,\

Thanks for your reply! I've attached more photos. There is no label on the inside of the bag.