Name/Title
STEEL MESH PURSE, 1920sEntry/Object ID
2004.222.2.1Description
Color: Silver
A silver steel mesh ladies' purse, 1920s. The item has a 1/2" band a the top and sides with two ball clasps for opening and closing. There is a series of floral designs on the band and both sides. Attached to grommets at either end of the top of the purse is a chain strap. The mesh body of the purse is largely transparent and does not have any distinctive design to it. Enclosed in the purse was item 1.1 of this accession, which was a dance card from the high school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa dated February 22, 1929. Other than scratches, some grime, and light signs of tarnish, the item is in good overall condition.Lexicon
Search Terms
Three-dimensional, Purses (Bags), Clothing and dress