Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.

Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Coin Purse with Sterling Silver, Napoleon III Era

$325.00
$325.00
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Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.
  • Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.
  • Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.
  • Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.
  • Rare Antique French mother-of-pearl coin purse with sterling silver and original red silk lining. Exquisite Napoleon III era personal accessory.
  • Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Coin Purse with Sterling Silver, Napoleon III Era
Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Coin Purse with Sterling Silver, Napoleon III Era

Antique French Mother-of-Pearl Coin Purse with Sterling Silver, Napoleon III Era

$325.00
$325.00
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An exquisite Antique French coin purse from the refined Napoleon III era, masterfully crafted in luminous mother-of-pearl and adorned with an elegant sterling silver cartouche at the center. The softly curved form fits gracefully in the hand, its iridescent surface shimmering with delicate tonal variations that only genuine mother-of-pearl can reveal. Opening to reveal its original red silk lining, the interior retains the intimate beauty of a personal object cherished and carried over a century ago.

The vivid silk offers a striking contrast to the cool pearlescence of the exterior, reflecting the refined taste and attention to detail characteristic of French craftsmanship during the Second Empire. The very bottom leather has wear as shown. Such purses were treasured possessions, carried for life's daily rituals and special occasions alike. Today, it remains a rare and evocative survivor—equally captivating displayed within a vitrine or preserved among a distinguished collection of fine French antiques. 

Complimentary U.S. shipping included.

  • Measures 3" x 2-1/2" x 3/8".

 
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Shipping & Delivery

Each order is carefully prepared, wrapped, and packed in-house with attention to detail to ensure a safe and beautiful arrival. Fragile antiques and decorative items receive additional care in preparation and packaging. Multiple-item orders may ship separately. Packages are sent via UPS or USPS Priority Mail, selected based on the size and weight of each order.

Shipping is calculated as follows:

$0 – $45.00 = $9.00
$45.01 – $65.00 = $12.00
$65.01 – $90.00 = $15.00
$90.01 – $125.00 = $18.00
$125.01 – $149.00 = $24.00

Complimentary shipping is included on all U.S. orders over $150.

Please note: We are unable to ship to P.O. Boxes.
Collector’s Notes.

Mother-of-pearl purses from the Napoleon III period are highly sought after for their elegance and craftsmanship. Examples retaining sterling silver ornamentation and original silk linings are especially desirable and represent the height of mid-19th century French luxury accessories.

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