A rare and delicate antique French coin purse, originally gifted as a memento for a First Holy Communion. The cream-colored exterior is elegantly engraved with "Souvenir de 1ère Communion" in traditional French script. Its compact, accordion-style interior and sturdy metal frame make it a beautiful specimen of religious history and a unique addition to a curated vanity or collection.
Designer: Unattributed (French Origin)
Period: Early 20th Century (c. 1900–1910)
Dimensions: 6.5 cm W x 6.5 cm H (Closed)
Materials: Celluloid (Faux Ivory), Metal Frame, Silk/Fabric Lining
Condition: Good Antique Condition. The exterior panels are well-preserved with a smooth finish and sharp engraving. The metal frame and clasp are fully functional. The interior fabric lining shows significant staining, dust, and discoloration consistent with its age and use as a functional object.
A rare and delicate antique French coin purse, originally gifted as a memento for a First Holy Communion. The cream-colored exterior is elegantly engraved with "Souvenir de 1ère Communion" in traditional French script. Its compact, accordion-style interior and sturdy metal frame make it a beautiful specimen of religious history and a unique addition to a curated vanity or collection.
Designer: Unattributed (French Origin)
Period: Early 20th Century (c. 1900–1910)
Dimensions: 6.5 cm W x 6.5 cm H (Closed)
Materials: Celluloid (Faux Ivory), Metal Frame, Silk/Fabric Lining
Condition: Good Antique Condition. The exterior panels are well-preserved with a smooth finish and sharp engraving. The metal frame and clasp are fully functional. The interior fabric lining shows significant staining, dust, and discoloration consistent with its age and use as a functional object.
