1860's coin purse ?

[skippy]

Greetings to all,

I bought this purse the other day it is very similar to the French Brevete coin purses, mine however has no makings at all. It could be pre 1860's or post. I don't know, didn't find to much online. I thought it was kinda cute though. When I opened the purse I found an 1863 Patriotic Token Coin inside, got that one for free.

Thought I'd share.

Regards
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[Frederick14Va]

Very nice indeed. The designs and styles were an endless array but the materials show here were common of the period. I have seen what I think is referred to as the Red "Russian Leather" on many known period examples. I have a period gentleman's wallet (belonged to Col Warren of the 10th Va Inf) that has the same type of leather interior. Nice find.

 

[Custers Luck]

That's stunning and what a lucky dog on the find !!! what state did you find this in???

 

[skippy]

I found this in Missouri,

Frederick, would it be possible to upload some pics of your wallet. It's always great to have an artifact that can be traced to an owner.