French Beaded Aqua and Gilt Evening Purse with Loop

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4 1/2" (11 cm.) h. The silk-backed purse is decorated with tiny glass beads in two shades of aqua with tiny gilt bead accents,and having gilt metal frame with relief designs,chain handle and brass loop with emblematic design. Excellent condition. French,circa 1875,suitable for larger poupee.