Do you know when this purse (12L) was made? And what's it for?
Your purse is known as a miser's, or beggar's, bag and came into fashion at the end of the 18th century; it was used by men and women until the early part of the 20th century to hold money. The long bag was knitted or crocheted, netted with silk thread, and decorated with beadwork, tassels, and fringe. Here, the beadwork is cut steel. The two silver rings, or sliders, cover the center opening and can be moved to hold the coins in the bag.
Valued at: $300
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