Antique French Silver Chainmail Chatelaine Lion Coin Purse

Antique French Silver Chainmail Chatelaine Lion Coin Purse

This lovely 19th century French antique silver mesh coin purse is made of a tight chainmail, and has a decorated arched frame with beautiful repousse arabesque and lion design and a kiss clasp. Seven silver balls hang at the bottom of the purse. 

Those single compartment purses were made to hold coins and would hang with other elements from chatelaines worn by ladies at their belts. 

It is marked "depose" which means registered in French. You can find either  mark: just "depose" or "modele depose" for registered designs in France. It tested as silver. 

It is in excellent antique condition. 

This stunning Victorian chatelaine purse with great patina would be a lovely addition to any antique collection. 

Dimensions: length  3 1/4"     width 2"

All jewelry comes gift packaged in organza bags.