13
A breathtaking vintage mid-century crystal rhinestone evening bag, dating to approximately the 1950s–1960s, with all the glamour, sparkle, and sophisticated craftsmanship of the era.
The exterior is a spectacular composition of hundreds of brilliant, faceted vintage crystal rhinestones, individually secured in gold-tone pronged metal settings and arranged in an elegant mesh-like grid. The stones beautifully capture and reflect the light, creating an extraordinary shimmering effect from every angle. The rhinestone mesh is mounted over a structured white woven/corded backing, giving the bag both substance and its distinctive mid-century silhouette.
The bag features a refined rectangular shape with a beautiful gold-tone metal frame decorated with intricate diamond-patterned etched scrollwork. A matching twisted rope-link chain strap adds elegance and versatility, while the centerpiece is the magnificent large emerald-cut crystal rhinestone clasp, providing an especially glamorous finishing touch.
The interior is fully lined in elegant off-white/cream satin and includes a practical open slip pocket, ideal for a small mirror, comb, or evening essentials.
Condition: Excellent Exterior / Very Good Interior
The exterior is in excellent vintage condition. The entire crystal grid remains intact, with no missing rhinestones, no loose prongs, and no significant cloudy or dark stones. The rhinestones retain their beautiful brilliance and exceptional sparkle.
The gold-tone frame is straight, secure, and structurally sound. The distinctive emerald-cut crystal clasp functions properly and closes securely, with only slight age-related wear to its metal bezel, consistent with its vintage age.
The interior is in very good vintage condition. The cream satin lining is completely intact and structurally sound, with some minor age-related signs and faint storage/dust marks consistent with its age. The interior pocket is slightly worn along one edge. This is visible in the last photograph and does not affect the bag's use; it could also be easily repaired if desired.
Measuring approximately 20 cm in width × 15 cm in height and weighing approximately 350 grams, the bag has the wonderfully substantial feel characteristic of authentic vintage crystal eveningwear. The dense glass rhinestones naturally give it a luxurious, beautifully weighted presence.
The magnificent clasp is set with high-quality faceted vintage crystal glass, designed to catch and scatter the light with exceptional brilliance.
A truly spectacular sparkling vintage evening bag, combining hundreds of luminous crystal rhinestones, ornate gold-tone detailing, a dramatic emerald-cut clasp, and elegant mid-century design. With its excellent exterior and very good interior, this is a beautifully preserved and highly attractive example of vintage evening fashion.
A dazzling piece of mid-century glamour—elegant, luxurious, and made to sparkle.
