Fine Jewellery - 25th October 2023

Lot 369

A lady's 9ct gold purse, circa 1907

Estimate £1,800 - £2,200 | Hammer £3402

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Description

A lady's 9ct gold purse, circa 1907, the gold purse of mesh design suspending a fringe of gold beads, suspended from a gold chain handle, inscribed '1907-1917 Billie', opening to reveal a smaller coin purse of similar design, larger purse measuring 25.1 x 16.7cm including chain suspension, stamped with British import hallmarks for 9ct gold, sponsor's mark GV, date letter for 1907, gross weight 183 grams