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Hiya all,
Does anyone know what this is? British I am sure but don't know exactly what it is called. Apprx 10" x 6" and definitely has some age.

Thank you for any help

 

It looks like a little purse. One that attaches to a belt.

Debora

 

purse yes....
10 x 6 inches......not so little...

someone's idea of a Sporran.....perhaps ????

 

I suspect I'm not the only woman who would describe a 10" x 6" purse as "little."

Debora

 

I didn't mean to offend...............

 

Not to worry. I didn't take it as such. (And neither did I.)

Debora

 

Try reticule. And also, way older than Victorian. THat date looks right.

 

That is so cool !

 

Probably should have posted this in military as I think that is might be

 

Yeah probably not that

 

Crudely made. Looks like a little homemade gift from a bought frame. Agree re date. Can't imagine what purpose it would serve if not date of creation. Would make it Regency era but... Doesn't look British to my eye.

Debora

 

Here. I think this may be the direction.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/3844998648...MIrOLkl-as_QIV_yCtBh3cngvgEAQYAyABEgIkl_D_BwE

Debora

 

Wonder if it doesn't commemorate a wedding? That would better explain a date, the initials, the gold cord, the heart shape. And sentimental value could explain why it was saved all these years. Here's how it would have been worn.

Debora

 

I think you are right, this is much older just from the construction of the frame and material

 

And once again, I learned something here again.

 

DITTO!!!

 

Me too! Thanks all

 

The National Institute of Bunad and Folk Costume might be interested in seeing your piece. They should be able to confirm/not.

https://valdresmusea.no/en/valdres-folk-museum

Debora