Don’t you love finding ephemera in the pockets of vintage coats and handbags? That’s something that doesn’t happen when you bring home an item from the mall!
Ticket stubs.
Restaurant receipts.
Photographs.
Handwritten notes.
They’re little reminders that the garment or purse had a life before you. That it’s been privy to the laughter, tears, and conversations of a prior owner.
Today’s VPOD is a beautiful c. 1925 French beaded evening bag with an outstanding jeweled and enameled clasp. But this stunning bag also holds the added thrill of a little handwritten note: Honey-moon Paris rue de Rivoli Le Marais w Albert – 1925. It’s a sweet reminder that you’re not just carrying any ol’ evening bag but a piece of history.
And that makes it an especially exciting find for a vintage fashionista!
Available at Antiquepeek.com.
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That little bag would be just too delicate to carry.I’m afraid it would stay wrapped up and maybe left stored until maybe a very special occasion arose.I love that little bag.