Monday, November 30, 2009

Vintage 50s Coblentz Evening Clutch, Embroidered Rose

Stunning 1950s/1960s evening bag by Coblentz for Saks Fifth Avenue. Black and gold iridescent fabric with tiny diamond shapes and single embroidered rose in varying shades of pink. Envelope style clutch opens to reveal second snapping envelope pocket. The black satin interior compartment has mirror pocket with original 2 1/2 x 3 1/2" mirror marked "Saks Fifth Avenue" (in its original packaging). Slat pocket and tethered coin purse are both lined with red satin. The original tag is attached which reads "Saks Fifth Avenue" and the price, 29.95. Truly an amazing find.

There is some light wear to exterior fabric due to age and storage so I can't describe this as Mint. However, this is in incredible condition with original contents intact.

Vintage Condition: Excellent

8 1/2" in length, 5 1/4" height, 1" depth.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Vintage 1960s Brown Handbag, Lucite Closure

Roomy vintage 1960s handbag with unique tortoise lucite closure. 10 1/2" tall (16 3/4" including handle drop), 10 1/2" wide. Interior is clean with no rips, tears or stains and is lined with beige vinyl. One 7" interior coin pocket with metal zipper in good working order. This is a great shape purse in a nice chocolate brown leather-look vinyl. Versatile and enough of a handle drop (6 3/4") that most could use as a shoulderbag to free the hands. Light gold tone metal frame and hardware.

Vintage Condition: Excellent
SOLD

Vintage Brown Clutch, Optional Chain

Perfectly practical everyday divided chocolate brown clutch with great interior fabric pattern and dual kisslock closure. Purse is uniquely divided into two compartments. Textured exterior is more flat than photo shine portrays.

There is an optional use hinged hide-a-way chain strap. Faint gold tone finish hardware. Purse measures 10" wide at top, 12" wide at base with 1 1/2" depth. No interior tag or marking. No tears or stains to interior fabric, no scuffs/marks to exterior.

Vintage Condition: Excellent

Vintage Silver Box Clutch Purse with Chain

Vintage silver fabric box evening clutch with chromed silvertone frame and ball closure. Optional hinged carrying chain disappears when not in use. Black fabric interior.

Measures 8 1/2" wide, 4" tall (8 1/2" including chain drop), 2" depth.

Vintage condition: Very Good
SOLD

Sunday, November 22, 2009

Vintage H.L. USA Black Velvet Clutch, Gold Bamboo Accent

Unique black velvet vintage envelope clutch with goldtone bamboo accent by H.L. USA. Optional goldtone chain tucks inside when not in use. Interior is lined with black satin and single interior pocket of red satin. Some slight wear but very good condition for age (estimate late 1950's, early 1960's). 10 1/4" length, 5 1/4" height (20" with chain drop). Approximately 1" depth.

Vintage Condition: Very Good
SOLD

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Vintage Avon Patterns Solid Perfume Ring

I am such a fan of Avon's early line of perfume glace jewelry. Avon got a few things right with their clever take on the "poison ring." For instance, the sturdy hidden adjustable band that fits up to a size 9.

This piece is Avon's cocktail style "Patterns" ring. Gold tone metal features faux onyx stone perfume locket that measures 7/8" wide by 1 1/4" high. The perfume is long gone but, the secret compartment can house a favorite photo, solid perfume or diary key.

This ring comes in its original packaging but has been previously worn.

Vintage Condition: Excellent

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Vintage 80s Potion Bottle Necklace, Ethnic Revival

Vintage 80s potion necklace. Crafted of a silver tone metal. Reversible, one side features amber colored stone the other is the color of citrine or yellow quartz. Pullover chain with 13" drop, not including the 1 3/4" pendant which is 1 1/4" wide.

Vintage Condition: Very Good
SOLD

Thursday, November 12, 2009

Vintage Thin Copper Cuff Bracelet

Vintage earthy bohemian thin copper cuff bracelet made by Empire, circa 1980's. Approximately 3/8" wide and adjustable. Copper has a nice vintage patina.

Vintage Condition: Very Good
SOLD

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Vintage 1940s-1960s Coin Charm Bracelet

Vintage coin bracelet featuring 6 coins on a unique link bracelet, 7" in length. Age of coins range from the 1940's through the 1960's. Varying metals, described as follows:

- One Pie, Pakistan 1956
- One Centava 194? Filipinas
- 1962 5 Centavos Repulica ?uana
- 1961 India
- Two small Asian coins (unable to translate)

Vintage Condition: Good

Vintage 70s Disco Era Gold "Fish Scale" Belt

The quintessential requirement for any disco lesson... the stretchy fish scale belt. Gold tone metal "scales" backed with elastic stretches from 24" to 36." Elastic is in terrific condition and springs back after stretching. All 'scales,' stitching and components are in tact.

Vintage Condition: Excellent
SOLD

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Vintage Mim Di N Tobacco Leaves Belt

Princess Mimi di Niscemi, known as designer "Mimi Di N," created this 80s classic design featuring gold toned tobacco leaves. This design is currently being reproduced... but, why not own the vintage original? This one is stamped 1982, "mimi di n" and is in very good vintage condition. The buckle is currently affixed to a caramel colored brown leather belt (endlessly adjustable) but you can attach the buckle to a leather belt or fabric of your choice easily. Tiny areas of flaking near the outer edges of the leaves but, shouldn't be evident when worn.  Connected, all three leaves form a buckle piece that measures 9 1/2" long by 1 1/4" tall.

Currently fitted to a 31" waist but enough leather to allow for smaller waists or waists up to 37"

Vintage Condition: Very Good
SOLD

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Vintage Petit Point Coin Purse, Japan

Vintage petit point coin purse with tag that reads "HAND MADE IN JAPAN." Purse is larger than a coin purse but too small for a hand bag. Measures 6" in length and 4 1/2" in height (5" including kisslock closure). All stitching in tact and gold tone frame is in excellent condition with no flaking or dulling. Light ink staining to the interior vinyl lining.


Vintage Condition:  Excellent
SOLD

Vintage Butterscotch Lucite Basketweave Box Purse

Vintage basket purse with stunning butterscotch lucite frame and handles. Hardware is light brass colored metal. Barrel turn-key closure in good working order, handles and feet at base all firmly attached. Clear vinyl-coated natural straw is woven in a flat basketweave pattern. Lining is beige vinyl. There is one interior zippered coin pocket and one open pocket. The lining is loose at a seam near the top interior (see photo). This could be easily glued or tacked to prevent further separation. This flaw would not prevent use.

Purse measures 8 1/4" length, 5 1/2" height (10" including handle drop), and 4 1/4" depth.
Vintage Condition: Very Good
SOLD

Monday, November 2, 2009

Ben Goodman & Son Cravenette Silk Scarf

Vintage Cravenette silk scarf with older style 'Ben Goodman & Son' made in Japan label (circa 1940's, 1950's). Scarf tag reads "Water Repellent, ALL SILK" also, "HAND ROLLED." The scarf's 17" width, 45" length makes it perfect to use as a neck scarf with your favorite vintage mac trench or use as a headband. Light cream, lavendar, lilac, purple, and green. No holes.

Vintage Condition: Very Good to Excellent
SOLD

Sunday, November 1, 2009

Vintage Givenchy Bandana Scarf

Vintage Givenchy bandana style head scarf with hand sewn edge. No tag, Givenchy mark integrated into fabric which seems to be silk. Dark green border with orange, citrine and khaki olive pattern. Scarf measures 19" by 19" square. No holes, tears or stains.

Vintage Condition: Excellent
SOLD