Charming Victorian Silver Mounted Ladies Evening Bag

Charming Victorian burgundy leather Ladies evening bag, with silver mount. This lovely example is of small proportions and has a twin band strap, with adjusting loop to middle. The bag is of a sturdy leather and rectangular in shape, with decorative tooling to the edges. The clasp is of Hallmarked silver and opens to reveal a silk moiré and velvet interior, with two compartments and a dedicated lipstick or scent bottle pocket to the side. Included with the handbag is a red Max Factor lipstick and a miniature 'Tartan Series' novel of Lady of the Lake, by Sir Walter Scott. A delightful example, still usable today. Hallmarks:- Clear, readable and matching Date:- Birmingham 1893 Maker:- AM over Jb