Whiting & Davis

Vintage Whiting & Davis Silver Metal Mesh Chainmail Mini Purse

Whiting & Davis pieces turn up regularly at markets, but finding one in a true mini format with intact chainmail and that particular quality of silvery drape is genuin...

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Why we picked it
Whiting & Davis pieces turn up regularly at markets, but finding one in a true mini format with intact chainmail and that particular quality of silvery drape is genuinely uncommon. I chose this piece because the metal mesh construction holds a kind of architectural honesty that reads as both collectible object and wearable accessory - not a decoration, but something made to move. At this price it sits at an accessible threshold for anyone beginning to build a serious vintage accessories collection.

American metal mesh craft in sterling silver tone — Whiting & Davis evening bag at its most iconic

Iconic American craftsmanship — this authentic vintage Whiting & Davis silver metal mesh chainmail purse showcases the house's century-old expertise in metal mesh construction. Individual metal rings linked into fluid, draped chainmail create a light-catching architectural surface with tactile quality no fabric evening bag can match.

Mini format delivers compact, evening-appropriate proportions. Condition details shown in photos.

Style against dark evening looks and let the chainmail reflect and catch light with effortless vintage glamour.

At $29.99, an accessible entry point for vintage Whiting & Davis collectors seeking art deco chainmail evening bags.

Key Features & Details

  • Designer: Whiting & Davis

  • Style: Metal mesh chainmail mini purse

  • Color: Silver tone

  • Material: Metal mesh chainmail

  • Format: Mini evening purse

  • Condition: Pre-owned vintage — refer to listing photos for full condition detail

Why You'll Love It

  • Authentic vintage Whiting & Davis silver mesh chainmail purse from one of America's most storied accessories manufacturers

  • Metal mesh chainmail construction delivers light-catching surface quality that no fabric evening bag can replicate

  • Mini format is perfectly proportioned for evening carry — compact, complete, and effortlessly elegant

  • A vintage art deco chainmail bag with over a century of design heritage behind it, available at a genuinely accessible price

  • Pre owned Whiting & Davis purses at this price point are rare — a strong entry into a collectible label with a broad and loyal secondary market

Condition & Disclaimer

This is a pre-owned vintage item sourced from a trusted third-party seller. Foundry was not the original purchaser. Items are sold as found and may show minor signs of wear consistent with age, adding to their vintage character. Pricing, shipping, and returns are managed by the original seller. This site may earn a commission from purchases made through third-party links.

 

Measurements & condition
Fit
Compact mini, structured frame
Piece
Metal mesh chainmail mini evening purse

Vintage sizing runs differently from today's. Check the exact measurements and photos on the eBay listing before you buy, and message the seller with any questions.

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