Miser's Purse, ca. 1873 #shoes In the fall

In the fall

An asymmetrical net ruffle extends down the left front and the bodice closes down the center back with hooks and eyes

The silk of the collar and cummerbund has become delicate and should be handled with care

A cheerful cape made of double navy blue wool fabric with alternating red

these blue sections are designed in the style of a vest

Miser's Purse, ca. 1873 #shoes In the fallBlue beaded miser's purse, dated 1873. Origin: Germany. Very good to excelent condition. The miser's purse was in style in the mid to late 1800's. Carried by both men and women to contain money, they were flipped over a belt, held in the hand, or kept in a pocket. The metal rings push down to contain the coins, which were inserted into a small slit opening at the middle of the bag. These purses were often hand made from patterns found in the magazines