40s Black Velvet And Beaded Clutch Evening Purse By Soure etched silver buckle very sheer

very sheer

Materials unknown but incredibly soft

Silhouette is fit & flare

I believe that it is pot metal

corners show slight wear

40s Black Velvet And Beaded Clutch Evening Purse By Soure etched silver buckle very sheerThis beauty is from the 1940's and is called a "dance purse" because of the the 1' wide black velvet strap attached in the back. The women would slide her hand though to keep it secure as she danced the night away. Made of black velvet it is embellished in black jet beading and bugle beading. It is a clutch style with a snap closure. It is completely lined in satin with a gold decorative flap in the back. It can hold your cell phone! measurements