Plains Beaded Bracelet and Victorian Beaded Purse Set of Two

ca. 1930 - 1940

6.375" L x 1" W - Ricker Mount w/ Glass - 12.25" H x 8.25" W

Hand Crafted Plains Beaded Bracelet with Snap Closure and Glass Seed Beads

In Good Condition has some Loss as Pictured

Plains Beaded Bracelets with Snap Closure are traditional or inspired Native American-style jewelry, often associated with Plains tribes (like Cheyenne, Sioux/Lakota, etc.). These are typically made with tiny seed beads in geometric or pictorial patterns, stitched onto leather or suede backing, and finished with a snap closure for easy wear and adjustability.

ca. 1900

3.125" H x 3.5" W + 1" Drop 12.75" Total L

Hand Crafted Small Victorian Beaded Purse with Glass Seed Beads with Fringe and a Long Handle

In Good Condition has some Loss as Pictured

Victorian beaded purses (often called reticules or handbags) were elegant accessories popular from the mid-to-late 1800s through the early 1900s. They embodied the Victorian era's love for intricate craftsmanship, opulence, and femininity.