Antique Sterling Silver Mesh Coin Purse, Crown Marked, 1920s–1930s Art Deco Era

A charming antique sterling silver mesh coin purse dating to the 1920s–1930s, featuring a finely engraved frame, ball clasp and classic Art Deco-era mesh body.

This small silver purse has the distinctive flapper-period character associated with early 20th-century evening accessories and chatelaine-style coin purses. The engraved sterling silver frame is fitted with a working clasp and ring loop, allowing the piece to be displayed, collected or potentially restored.

The purse is marked “Sterling 925” and also bears a crown mark with an unidentified maker’s mark. Due to areas of mesh damage, this piece is best suited as a collector’s display item, restoration project or study piece of Art Deco-era silver accessories.

Details

Origin: Likely European or American
Period: c.1920s–1930s
Style: Art Deco / flapper era
Material: Sterling silver .925
Marks: “Sterling 925”, crown mark and unidentified maker’s mark
Dimensions: Approximately 7 cm x 5 cm
Weight: 30.7 grams
Design: Sterling silver mesh purse with engraved frame, ball clasp and ring loop
Use: Coin purse, chatelaine accessory, display piece or restoration project
Condition: Fair antique condition

Condition

Fair antique condition. The sterling silver frame is intact and marked, and the clasp functions properly. The mesh body is detached in places and has holes on both sides, as shown in the photographs. This piece is therefore best considered suitable for display, collecting or restoration rather than regular use. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Historical and Collector Context

Small silver mesh purses and coin purses were fashionable accessories during the late Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco periods, often worn with chatelaine chains or carried as compact evening accessories. During the 1920s and 1930s, mesh purses became closely associated with flapper fashion and elegant social dress.

This example retains its decorative sterling silver frame, working ball clasp and period mesh construction. While the condition is not perfect, it remains an appealing piece for collectors of antique silver accessories, Art Deco fashion, flapper-era objects or restoration projects.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.