Gorgeous Antique .800 (nearly sterling) Silver 8.5" Mesh Purse, Hand Bag, Jeweled Clasp Bilston surely meant as a christening

surely meant as a christening gift though the pieces themselves are more of a luncheon size than that meant for a child

denting is not such a problem with French Sterling owing to the thickness

I find reference to her paintings sold in the ranges between $12

Some slight fading to the enamel fill in the engraved monograms

which use is just stunning

Gorgeous Antique .800 (nearly sterling) Silver 8.5" Mesh Purse, Hand Bag, Jeweled Clasp Bilston surely meant as a christeningFabulous antique Continental hallmarked . 800 (nearly sterling) silver 8. 5" mesh purse, hand bag or evening bag with blue paste 'jeweled' clasp, delicate fringe base and all in wonderful condition! Art Deco perhaps? As elegant as can be and the detail of the solid silver wire mesh is amazing! I've included several enlarged photos of this one, so peruse and enjoy. Hallmarked solely "800", the standard silver content for Continental Europe though I