Vintage Micro Beaded Lunchbox Purse

This stunning vintage purse looks like it hasn't been used! It's in excellent condition!

The label confirms that this vintage iridescent beaded box purse is made by the brand Magid. Magid has a long history starting as a millinery business in 1901 and transitioning into a well-known handbag company by the late 1930s.

About the Magid Brand and Purse
Brand History: A.I. Magid Co. was founded by Anna I. Magid in New York City, and the business was later run by her sons and son-in-law. The company became known for a variety of handbags including evening bags, lucite bags, and straw totes. The company name is still in use today under different ownership
• Manufacturing Origin: Magid purses were hand-beaded in various countries, with tags often indicating they were "Hand Made in Hong Kong, "Made in Japan," or "Made in Macau". The quality of the beadwork from these regions is highly regarded in vintage collecting circles
Typical Era: Beaded box purses like this are characteristic of the 1940s,1950s and 1960s. The style with the top handle and hard-shell frame was very popular for formal events and cocktail parties during this mid-century period