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Vintage Brown Crocodile Purse - Late 1950's
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a magnificent late 1950's brown crocodile purse. This magnificent example of the
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

1950's Vintage Cilli Black Crocodile Accordian Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950's Vintage Cilli Black Crocodile Accordian Handbag. This bag is in excellent vintage condition
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1950s Italian Novelty Bags

Vintage Black Crocodile Top Handle Handbag - Circa 1950's - GHW
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Black Crocodile Top Handle Handbag - Circa 1950's - GHW. Push in top clasp has slight
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

1950s Brown Crocodile Skin Bag
Located in London, GB
This 1950s brown crocodile skin handbag is a stunning example of extraordinary quality. It
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1950s Top Handle Bags

1950s Brown Crocodile Skin Bag
1950s Brown Crocodile Skin Bag
H 6 in W 9.5 in D 2 in
Lucille de Paris HUGE burgundy glazed crocodile handbag 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large & fabulous, a bag to envy!!!! Burgundy glazed crocodile handbag from Lucille de Paris...Frame
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1950's Crocodile Handbag With Matching Purse And Mirror
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Beautiful baby crocodile 1950s handbag with his matching purse and mirror. Excellent condition. W
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Rare 1950s Gucci Black Crocodile Handbag
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a rare vintage black crocodile skin handbag by Gucci, from the 1950's. It has a double
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1950s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Very Well Made 1950s Brown Crocodile Handbag
Located in Port Hope, ON
In magnificient condition for any age, this crocodile handbag has very nice hardware including the
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Very Well Made 1950s Brown Crocodile Handbag
Very Well Made 1950s Brown Crocodile Handbag
H 7.5 in W 14 in D 2 in L 13 in
1950s Beautiful Dark Brown European Made Small Crocodile Purse
Located in Port Hope, ON
The skin is in great and supple condition for is age. The gold hardware has minor pitting in places. The lining is in pristine condition.
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

1950s/60s ELIZABETH ARDEN Black Crocodile Pattern Leather Vanity Case or Handbag
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Munich, DE
." – Courtesy of Victoria and Albert Museum, London This is a rare and impossibly chic original 1950s/1960s
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1960s Unknown Top Handle Bags

1950s Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag
By Hermès
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage crocodile 'Kelly' hand bag. Authentic & rich 'tobacco' brown skins item fully brown
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

1950s Gucci Black Crocodile Leather Purse
By Gucci
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Elegant Gucci purse in luxurious black crocodile leather dating back to the 1950s. Features a snap
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1950s Top Handle Bags

1950s Large Red Crocodile 'Kelly' Hand Bag
By Hermès
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine & large vintage crocodile 'Kelly' hand bag. Authentic vibrant red skin item fully red leather
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

1950s Hermes Crocodile Purse / Bag in good condition
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice bag from before 1960 in cococrile Porosus. Good condition but it has some sins of wear due to its age ( please check images) With french certificate that allows the...
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Mid Century 1950s Crocodile imprint leather bag by Garay
By Garay
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
top frame. U.S.A.. Circa 1950
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1950'S French Leather Crocodile Emobssed Handbag By, Dofan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950'S France Black Patent leather crocodile embossed handbag with gold brass hardware and double
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Mid-20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Porosus Crocodile 1950s
By La Triomphe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Triomphe porosus crocodile handbag. Exquisite taupe highest grade skins item fully
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Porosus Crocodile Handbag 1950s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage porosus crocdile handbag. Authentic item features double matching skin handles and gilt metal trim (7" handle drop). Suede leather interior with four security pockets....
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1950s Argentine Top Handle Bags

Porosus Crocodile Handbag 1950s
Porosus Crocodile Handbag 1950s
H 6.5 in W 9.25 in D 3.25 in
1950s Crocodile Embossed Briefcase Box Style Hand Bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic & Rare 1950'S Black Crocodile Embossed with gilt brass locking clasp "Briefcase
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Mid-20th Century Top Handle Bags

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Crocodile Bags 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of crocodile bags 1950s available on 1stDibs. For crocodile bags 1950s, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige and more in stock now. There have been many classic iterations of crocodile bags 1950s over the years, but those made by Hermès, Gucci and Bon Gout are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Crocodile Bags 1950s?

Prices for crocodile bags 1950s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $145 and can go as high as $28,249, while these items, on average, fetch $1,250.

Finding the Right Top-handle-bags for You

Usually characterized by simplicity and sporting a classic and beloved silhouette, vintage and designer top-handle bags can easily find a place among your wardrobe staples. From the Haut à courroies — Hermès’s original top-handle bag, created in 1892 — to the smaller and timeless Sac à dépêches that inspired both iconic accessories the Kelly bag in the 1950s and the Birkin in the 1980s, the discerning shopper has had no shortage of options to choose from. 

Small and mini designer top-handle bags, including vintage top-handle box bags and micro clutches, offer an alternate dynamic and usually feature sleek lines and modest features to perfectly complement your evening look. Styling with jeans and a comfortable sweater works, too — a classic top-handle bag or other type of handbag designed by the likes of Prada, Celine or other widely loved fashion label is an ideal accessory to pair with casual attire. For a personal touch or pop of color, add a key chain, a patterned scarf or a handbag chain.

On 1stDibs, you can find vintage top-handle bags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and more. The numerous styles of this cherished accessory that we have available also include the Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Alma GM handbag, Fendi Baguette purses and modern leather Longchamp handbags.

Questions About Crocodile Bags 1950s
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not a Birkin bag is made of crocodile depends on the bag. Hermès offers its signature tote in crocodile leather as well as other materials, including calfskin and ostrich leather. On 1stDibs, find a range of Hermès Birkin bags.
  • Chicjoy
    ChicjoySeptember 24, 2020

    Yes, Crocodile Birkins are made from real Crocodiles. Niloticus croc is sourced from the Nile river; while Porosus croc is sourced from Asia or Australia. Niloticus scales are generally larger than Porosus. Niloticus is marked with a “..” diaeresis mark in foil; while Porosus is denoted by the “ˆ” (carat) mark in foil. Generally speaking, Porosus is more sought after and has greater resale value due to its smaller and more symmetrical scales.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A crocodile Birkin bag can cost between $7,100 and $38,000. In fashion, crocodile skin is considered an exotic material, making it much more valuable. Plus, Hermès is already one of the most revered fashion houses in the world. Find crocodile Birkin bags for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, there are Birkin bags crafted from real crocodile skin. The main kinds of crocodile that are used to make Birkin bags are the Niloticus crocodile, which is found in Africa, along the Nile, and the Porosus crocodile, which is found in Australia and Asia. Shop a range of expertly authenticated Hermès Birkin bags from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    How much Chanel bags were in the 1950s varied based on style. When introduced in 1955, the now iconic Chanel 2.55 sold for $220. Chanel has raised the price of popular accessories over the years. Shop a large collection of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    How much Chanel bags cost in the 1990s varied from piece to piece and from year to year. For example, in 1990, the iconic Chanel flap bag's price was $1,150. When adjusted for inflation, that is around $2,280 in today's money. Shop a diverse assortment of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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