Collecting vintage beaded purses is expensive, competitive and fiercely rewarding. You can find them at markets, auctions or online. Make sure that you're buying from a reputable seller who has positive feedback and reviews from previous customers. A reputable seller also can provide documentation that each bag is from the designated year as represented. When collecting, make sure that you are purchasing a bag in the highest possible quality for your price range, as finding a craftsman to do repairs is difficult and expensive. Seek to amass a well-rounded collection. Does this Spark an idea?
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1. Collect scenic vintage beaded purses. These are the rarest type and the ones at the top of the price chart. Using tiny seed beads, craftsmen portrayed scenes such as landscapes, portraits, couples or musicians, using beads of all hues. You can find these purses online, at live auctions or at antique shops that specialize in them. Prices start around $550.
2. Collect vintage beaded purses from the 1920s with Egyptian motifs. Upon the unearthing of King Tut's tomb in 1922, many beaded purses were created with Egyptian designs including a sphinx, phoenix and winged scarab. They are a strong staple to any collection. You can buy them online, at live auctions or at antique markets. Prices start around $500.
3. Collect beaded handbags from the 1800s and early 1900s that use beads to portray peacock feathers. This is an essential part of every collection as these bags are highly recognizable. The more ornate and closely representative to the actual design of a peacock's feather, the higher the price will be. You can find these purses online, at live auctions or at antique shops. Prices start around $600.
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