Antique Chatelaine Purse, Black Beaded Chatelaine Purse, Chatelaine Reticule, Coin Keeper, Change Purse, Late 19th century Purse

Antique Chatelaine Purse, Black Beaded Chatelaine Purse, Chatelaine Reticule, Coin Keeper, Change Purse, Late 19th century Purse. This particular chatelaine purse would have been worn in the very late 19th century, early 20th century when they went out of style. It would hang from a chain that was clipped to the woman’s waist along with other essentials… perhaps a chatelaine thimble, chatelaine scissors, etc. This chatelaine purse would be used to keep a coin in for safekeeping. The purse measures 1.5″ long and 1.75″ wide. The total length of the clip and chain is 4″. The lid of the purse snaps securely.