Chainmail Purse
1950’s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Greenport, NY
Vintage 1950’s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Mesh Mini Evening Purse with Unique Clasp & Small
Category
1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Whiting & Davis Figural Face Flower Frame Mesh Chainmail Gold Purse Evening Bag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare vintage Whiting & Davis Co. gold mesh chainmail purse with frame that features a centralized
Category
Mid-20th Century American Evening Bags and Minaudières
H 8.12 in W 5 in D 0.5 in L 23 in
Art Nouveau French Silver Handbag Purse Dated circa 1900
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau French silver handbag purse dated circa 1900
Very pretty chainmail purse, probably for
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1998 Black Pixel Chainmail Top Handle Purse Handbag RARE
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1998 Black Pixel Chainmail Top Handle Purse Bag RARE
Brand / Manufacturer
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1990s Top Handle Bags
Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable vintage Whiting & Davis silver chainmail clutch! Complete your going out look effortlessly
Category
Mid-20th Century Clutches
Paco Rabanne Vintage Silver Chainmail Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag is in mint vintage condition. Very unique and
Category
20th Century Hobo Bags
Chanel Evening Gala Glitter Laser Etched Chainmail Metallic Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Laser etched metallic leather with silver fold over clasp closure, opens to a three fold wallet.
2007 {VINTAGE 17 Years}
Metallic lambskin interior
Three large zippered interior poc...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Clutches
Vintage Whiting and Davis Chainmail Crossbody Handbag
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
bag as the chainmail fabric is so special and eye catching but the crossbody style makes this
Category
Late 20th Century American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Chanel Chainmail 'CC' Logo Hologram Minaudiere Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Hologram 'CC' Logo Minaudiere Bag
Chainmail barrel style bag with large 'CC
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Evening Bags and Minaudières
Chanel 2007 Laser Etched Chainmail Metallic Clutch Evening Gala Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Laser etched metallic leather with silver fold over clasp closure, opens to a three fold wallet.
2007 {VINTAGE 17 Years}
Metallic lambskin interior
Three large zippered interior poc...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Clutches
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Pearl Chainmail Satin Evening Bag
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
design. The bag is elevated with black faux pearls scattered throughout the chainmail strap
Category
1990s Italian Clutches
PACO RABANNE Vintage Mini Silver Tone Chainmail Messenger Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE mini silver tone chainmail messenger bag embellished with glass beads. Antiqued silver
Category
20th Century French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
S/S 2001 Gucci By Tom Ford Red Abstract Lava Metal Chainmail Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an ultra-rare, lava print chainmail Gucci bag designed by Tom Ford. This bag is nearly
Category
Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Metal Chainmail Silk Flat Evening Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown silk and ombré chainmail crossbody was designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer
Category
1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Recent Sales
Fine Art Nouveau Alpacca Chainmail Purse
Located in Worcester, GB
Fine Art Nouveau Alpacca chainmail purse
Turn of the century, c.1900.
Moonstone set
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Antique Whiting & Davis Art Deco Mesh Evening Bag Circa. 1920s-1929
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Galveston, TX
white-in-color antique chainmail purse is framed in gold with a decorative frame that has a figural face
Category
1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Sterling Silver S.E. Kaupe Chainmail Purse
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique S.E. Kaupe sterling silver chainmail purse. Marked: S.E. KAUPE
Measures: 15.9"" long chain
Category
20th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver S.E. Kaupe Chainmail Purse
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique S.E. Kaupe sterling silver chainmail purse. Marked: S.E. KAUPE
Measures: 15.9"" long chain
Category
20th Century More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver
Victorian 92% Silver Chainmail Purse, 19th Century
Located in Islamabad, PK
The silver chainmail purse is a stunning and luxurious accessory that embodies the opulence and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antiquities
Materials
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver S.E. Kaupe Chainmail Purse
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique S.E. Kaupe sterling silver chainmail purse.
Marked: S.E. KAUPE
Measures: 15.9"" long
Category
20th Century More Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
1950’s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Evening Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Greenport, NY
Vintage 1950’s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Mesh Mini Evening Purse with Unique Clasp & Small
Category
1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Exceptional Hermès Chainmail Almoner Coin Purse in Silver RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse
The purse is a vintage item, made of flowing
Category
20th Century Unknown Wallets
Exceptional Hermès Vintage Chainmail Almoner Coin Purse in Silver RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse
The purse is made of flowing mesh, enhanced
Category
20th Century German Wallets
Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Clutch
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorable vintage Whiting & Davis gold chainmail clutch! Complete your going out look effortlessly
Category
Mid-20th Century Clutches
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Shoulder Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
In Paco Rabanne's iconic chainmail finish, this shoulder bag is a textural play of plastic discs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags
Chanel Chainmail Belt Bag SS1999
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chainmail
Two open flap pockets attached to the belt
Pockets have blue bead details
Slide in clasp close
Category
1990s French Novelty Bags
Escada Black Chainmail Shoulder Bag
By Escada
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. Minor wear to bag is evident. Light wear to the flap edge, with small abrasions. There are plucks to the weave at base and along top edge of the bag. The back lowe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Shoulder Bags
Chanel Metallic Grey Chainmail Leather Boy Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This designer clutch for women has the kind of design that ensures high appeal, whether held in your hand or tucked under your arm. It is a meticulously-crafted piece bound to last a...
Category
2010s Italian Clutches
Valentino Brown Leather Pixel Metal-Chainmail Satchel
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The perfect companion to your bold style is this metal-chainmail satchel in a shade of brown. The
Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
Valentino Brown Leather Pixel Metal-Chainmail Satchel
By Valentino
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The perfect companion to your bold style is this metal-chainmail satchel in a shade of brown. The
Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Leather & Chainmail Tote
By Jimmy Choo
Located in London, GB
Silver
Leather and chainmail
Large tote bag
2x Top handles
1x Main compartment with zip fastening
1x
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Tote Bags
Gianni Versace 1990s Blue Chainmail Clutch
By Gianni Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
from aqua blue satin and features pleating at the top, silver hardware, a chainmail wristlet with blue
Category
1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
Chanel Black Leather Small Chainmail Boy Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
With flawless craftsmanship, immense style quotient, and an air of elegance, this Chanel bag has it all! Stitched to perfection, the handbag is made using only prime-quality material...
Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
Jimmy Choo Black Leather and Chainmail Tulita Hobo
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
from leather and chainmail, it features a black shade and a single chain for you to parade it. The bag
Category
2010s Italian Hobo Bags
ISABEL MARANT Silver Metal Chainmail Mesh Mini Shoulder Bag
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous ISABEL MARANT mini shoulder bag features a small, flap closure purse in metallic silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags
1920s Exquisite Art Deco Cylindrical Chainmail Fringed Handbag
Located in Gresham, OR
An extremely rare, unmarked Art Deco 1920s evening bag, fashioned in a cylindrical form with molded filigree metal lid with a center chain handle supporting a pendant shaped handbag ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières
Chloe Green Metal Mesh and Leather Chainmail Hobo
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Stylish handbags never fail to make a fashionable impression. Make this designer hobo yours by pairing it with your sophisticated workwear as well as chic casual looks.
Category
2010s Hobo Bags
Original 1969 Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Pastilles Chainmail Mesh Mini Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
entirely of Rabanne's classic metal pastilles chainmail pattern. This armor-like artisan construction was
Category
1960s Spanish Shoulder Bags
Pre-Loved Chloé Women's Silver Metal Mesh Chainmail Hobo Bag
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
and zipper as well as the internal branding. Some chainmail elements are missing on the back of this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Structured Shoulder Bags
Mandalian Art Deco Chainmail Metal Bag with Enamel Bead Fringe, 1920s
Located in University City, MO
pastel tones. Intricate slinky chainmail mesh of individual enameled interlocked tiles. Incredible double
Category
1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
Vintage Whiting & Davis Art Deco Style Chainmail and Crystal Evening Bag 1950s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Whiting & Davis Evening Bag from the 1950s. Featuring the most fabulous chainmail body
Category
1950s Evening Bags and Minaudières
KARA silver liquid metal chainmail chunky chain double zip pouch bag
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KARA silver liquid metal chainmail chunky chain double zip pouch bag
Reference: ANWU/A00041
Brand
Category
2010s Pouches and Wristlets
Victorian Sapphire Chatelaine Mesh Purse Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
of a fantastic chainmail design. The purse opens from the top with a kiss clasp featuring two
Category
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chainmail Evening Purse 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A vintage chainmail evening purse. Featuring golden chainmail and a corner fastening.
Vintage
Category
1960s Clutches
Vintage LIVINGSTON Bros. Gold Metal Chainmail Mesh Coin Purse Wallet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fabulous vintage wallet by LIVINGSTON BROS. comes in a metallic gold tone metal chainmail mesh and
Category
Late 20th Century Wallets
Exceptional Hermès Retractable Silver Chainmail Meshes Coin Purse Vintage RARE
By Hermès
Located in FR
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse
The purse is made of fluid meshes, enhanced
Category
20th Century German Wallets
Large 1960s Whiting & Davis Silver Chainmail 60s Hand Shoulder Bag Mod Purse
By Whiting & Davis
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare large silver / nickel 1960s WHITING AND DAVIS chain mail metal bag! Features clasp closure and chain strap. Light rayon interior makes it easy to find items. One single...
Category
1960s American Hobo Bags
1920s Silverplate Chainmail Evening Bag
Located in Alford, MA
Wonderful silverplate chain mail evening bag, nice size that is large enough for your cell phone and other essentials. Composed of very fine mesh links. Simple frame with kiss lock c...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Bags and Minaudières
Jimmy Choo Women's Silver Chainmail & Leather Tote
By Jimmy Choo
Located in London, GB
Chainmail and leather
Large tote bag
2x Top handles
Gold tone hardware
1x Main compartment with zip
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Tote Bags
Paco Rabanne Iridescent Leather Chainmail Shoulder Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE iridescent leather chainmail shoulder bag.
Reedition of the iconic "Le 69"
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags
1960s Paco Rabbane Silver Chainmail Shoulder Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
high-shine and larger interlinked chainmail paillettes with a long silver chain strap, ideal for
Category
1960s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: LOUIS VUITTON "Frances" Metallic Monogram Metal Mesh Chainmail Cross Body Bag
Brand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
A vintage 1920s chainmail hand painted Art Deco Bag by Whiting & Davis
Located in London, GB
A pretty art deco bag by Whiting and Davis. The mesh bag has a grey background with a multi coloured design in lilac , bue and red, with fringing at the base. Internaly it is lined...
Category
1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Documented Brown Ombré Chainmail Silk Flat Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a brown silk and ombré chainmail crossbody designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's
Category
1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
H 9.75 in W 8.75 in D 0.25 in L 25.25 in
Paco Rabanne 1969 Chainmail Tote
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
: 20
Chain to Purse: 32
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
Chanel Chainmail Leather Long Boy Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
chainmail detail.
Gunmetal-silver hardware, and black fabric lining.
Flap compartments.
Zip interior
Category
2010s Clutches
RAOUL CALABRO Chainmail Bag, 1960s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine & rare vintage Raoul Calabro chainmail shoulder bag. Fine 2 tone linked metal item features a
Category
1960s Shoulder Bags
Chanel Chainmail and Leather Long Boy Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Metallic Chainmail and Leather Long Boy Clutch. Features metallic gunmetal-silver leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
1980's Paco Rabanne Silver Chainmail Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Paco Rabanne silver chainmail bag composed of stamped metal squares. Lined with black bag
Category
1980s Shoulder Bags
Jimmy Choo Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh
By Jimmy Choo
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 2"
Designer: Jimmy Choo
Model: Knotted Strap Callie Shoulder Bag Chainmail Mesh
Exterior Material
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags
Vintage Iconic PACO RABANNE Logo Square Disc Chainmail Space Age Metal Bag
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Iconic PACO RABANNE Logo Square Disc Chainmail Space Age Metal Bag
Measurements:
Height
Category
20th Century French Shoulder Bags
AZZARO Knit and Chainmail Cardigan with Matching Purse.
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
Matching purse.
Measurements:- Keep in mind it's a knit, so it stretches
Category
1970s French Jackets
1920s Art Deco Enamel Chainmail Mesh Purse
Located in Houston, TX
Fantastic 1920s mesh evening purse! This chainmail purse has a pressed metal art deco closure
Category
1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières
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Chainmail Purse For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chainmail purse you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Gray and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect chainmail purse among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Chanel, Paco Rabanne and Jimmy Choo — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
How Much is a Chainmail Purse?
On average, a chainmail purse on 1stDibs sells for $425, while they’re typically $164 on the low end and $6,490 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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