A true American invention, this style of handbag was a popular mid-century staple of the most stylish of women...from movie stars to heiresses.  They are sturdy, fashionable and classic.  You'll love the vintage and period modifications with which we Redefine these treasures.
Lucite box shape vintage purse with beautiful original hardware and leather lining. French, circa 1940. Dimensions - Height 8"; Length 6"; Width 4"

1940's French Tortoise Lucite Box Purse, Golden Brass Hardware, Golden Crown Pendant

$625

A classic tortoise-colored lucite vintage purse with an impressive enamel antique Maltese cross. As roomy as it is stately. In perfect condition, and made to last a lifetime, of course. American, circa 1940 Dimensions - Height 6 1/4"; Width 5"; Depth 4"; Handle 6"

1940's Tortoise Lucite Purse With Gold, Green And Red Enamel Maltese Cross

$325

Demure, yet attention-attracting , this 1940s era tortoise Lucite bag is the perfect size for lunch, evening or the polo matches. Dimensions - Height 4 1/2"; Length 7"; Handle 4"; Depth 2 1/4"

1940's Tortoise Lucite Purse, Tortoise Lucite Handle, Golden Designs And Tassel

$195

Black feathers, pearls and a flight of songbirds enhance this vintage white lucite bag by famous European maker Walburg circa 1940. Dimensions - Height 5 3/4"; Length 7 1/2"; Handle 4': Depth 3"

1940's Walburg White Lucite Purse With Black Fathers, White Pearls, Golden Brass Hardware

$285

Real pheasant feathers and a hand carved German folk-art pheasant adorn this 1940s vintage Wilardy lucite purse. Its unusual shape makes it a true collector's item. No other in the world is its equal. Dimensions - Height 8"; Width 8"; Depth 4.5"; Handle 6"

1940's Wilardy Butterscotch Lucite Purse Adorned With Pheasant Feathers And A Hand Carved Pheasant

$655

1940s Wilardy lucite purse in swirls of grey. Black suede tassel, vintage medallion closure, lined in luscious peacock green, original mirror. Very unusual shape; sophisticated and collectable. Dimensions - Height 6"; Width 8"; Depth 5"; Handle 4"

1940's Wilardy Gray Lucite Purse, Black Suede Tassel, Medallion Closure, Lined In Peacock Green

$525

Classic black Wilardy lucite vintage purse from 1950s Miami adorned with a gold-leafed vintage bowknot. You will have this in your wardrobe forever. So very Elizabeth Taylor! Dimensions - Height 7.5"; Width 8.5"; Depth 5"; Handle 6"

1950's Black Lucite Wilardy Purse With Gold-Leafed Bowknot

$565

This vintage purse is the perfect marriage of a vintage tortoise carving poised au tremblant atop an oval 1950s lucite example by Wilardy. Antique amber and gold fob adorn the front. So classic, yet so today. Dimensions - Height 6"; Length 4"; Depth 5"

1950's Wilardy Oval Tortoise Lucite Purse, Antique Amber And Gold Fob

$395

Vintage 1960s brown crocodile purse with lovely lucite handles. This unusual shape will stand out in a crowd. Hidden chain, if you love a shoulder bag.

1960's Brown Crocodile Purse, Yellow Tortoise Lucite Handles

$325

Vintage 1960's brown lucite and chain mail handbag set off with a vintage golden turtle clasp. So unique and so much fun! Dimensions - 7" Height; 9" Width; 12" Length with handle

1960's Brown Lucite And Chain Mail Purse, Brown Tortoise Lucite Handles, Vintage Golden Turtle Clasp

$325

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Black On Black Lizards. Classic black lizard vintage purse with perfect proportions sports a perfect black vintage lizard and a vintage lucite tortoise handle. Perfectly perfect for every occasion. Dimensions - 7" Height; 10" Width; 9-1/2" Length with handles

Black Lizard Vintage Purse With Black Lizard Embellishment, Lucite Tortoise Handles

$320

Vintage Amber Lucite Oval Purse Topped With Multi-Colored Seashells And A Tiny Pelican Guarding Her Eggs. Mirror On Inside Top. Original Golden Brass Hardware. Dimensions - Height 3.75"; Width 7.5"; Depth 3.75"; Handle 3.25"

Vintage Amber Lucite Oval Purse Topped With Multi-Colored Seashells And A Tiny Pelican Guarding Her Eggs. Mirror On Inside Top. Original Golden Brass Hardware

$295

Extraordinary vintage brown crocodile, leather and tortoise lucite handle pouch bag. Originally designed as a lady huntress's shell bag, we thought this was way too pretty to waste on wild game. (But you're welcome to do so!) Dimensions - Height 9"; Length 7"; Width 2"

Vintage Brown Crocodile, Leather and Pouch Bag With Tortoise Lucite Handles

$425

Little vintage lucite caramel 'lunchbox' purse. So delicious! Vintage lucite from the 1940s with leather tassel. Gorgeous original brass hardware, new suede lining.

Vintage Caramel Lunchbox Purse With Large Caramel Suede Tassel

$195

Vintage cream lucite basket purse with garden of seashells flowing the top.

Vintage Cream Lucite Basket Purse with Multi-Colored Seashell

$195

Simple, bold and striking, this neutral colored lucite clutch features real feathers, a crimson suede tassel and sumptuous ruby red lining. Dimensions - Height 5 1/2"; Width 8 1/4"; Handle 11 1/2"; Depth 1 3/8"

Vintage Neutral Colored Lucite Clutch Features Real Feathers, A Crimson Suede Tassel And Sumptuous Ruby Red Lining

$195

Vintage trapezoid cherry-wood colored lucite handbag with brass frame, vintage topaz colored brooch clasp and real pheasant feathers.

Vintage Trapezoid Cherry-Wood Colored Lucite Purse With Brass Frame, Vintage Topaz Colored Brooch Clasp And Real Pheasant Feathers

$625

Unusual shape, color, hardware and vintage Maltese cross make this white lucite purse a necessity for your summer vacation to the Islands. White whites and blue blues with shiny brass accents complete the nautical theme of this fantastic classic. Dimensions - Height 4"; Width 7 1/4"; Length 8 1/4"; Depth 4"

Vintage White Lucite Purse, Gold/Royal Blue Maltese Cross, Royal Blue Tassel, Golden Brass Hardware

$265