The first: a diminutive unlined gold-filled mesh purse with leaf motif, monogrammed ''K.E.H.'' to exterior clasp, interior stamped ''Gold Filled'' and engraved ''Kate E. Jones 3132 N. Broad St., Phila. Pa.'', without chain: 4'' W x 3.75'' L x .25'' D; the second: an unlined gold and silver-toned beaded fringed bag studded with green rhinestones and featuring a push-button clasp and gilt-highlighted design with hand-chased finishes, stamped ''Made in France'' to interior, overall: 5.75'' W x 8.75'' H x .5'' D; the third: a 1920s Whiting and Davis striped, floral-etched and fringed gold-toned mesh ''dance purse'' with bow and laurel and blue cabochon bead push closure, interior contains a fixed interior mirror and dual-compartment compact, stamped ''Whiting & Davis Co. Mesh Bags'' and ''Pat'd / Soldered Mesh'' to interior, exterior monogrammed ''J.W.C.'' with ''1922'' etched verso, without chain: 4.25'' W 8.5'' L x 1'' D; the fourth: an unlined gold-toned dual-layer fringed mesh bag with purple cabochon glass bead clasp and unusual hinged closure, stamped ''Dec. 10. 1912'' to interior, overall: 6.5'' W x 12'' L x .25'' W, 4 pieces, est: $200/300
Provenance: Private Collection, Pasadena, CA

The first in overall good condition with some scratches, dings and wear commensurate with age. The second in overall fair condition with tarnishing and wear commensurate with age and use. A few spots of separation between the clasp and purse on either side and at joints. One piece of fringe and chain missing. Green lining torn and missing from bag. The third in overall good condition with wear commensurate with age and use. Scattered spots of oxidation and rust throughout. The mirror with cracks and loss around the edges. The fourth in overall good condition with some rubbed wear, scattered oxidation and a few missing links in mesh. One cabochon bead with a chip.