The first a vintage chatelaine mesh coin purse, the upper clutch with embossed floral design and ring chain, marked "Sterling" to interior sides, no monogram (4 1/2 in. measurement without chain); the second an antique nail buffer, mark of William B. Kerr, second half of 19th century, pattern number 5400, with period script monogram (1 1/2 x 5 3/8 x 1 3/8 in.); a posey holder (tussy mussy), appears unmarked, tests silver, with engraved and chased foliate patterns, between gadroon borders, no monogram (5 1/2 in.).

2.30 total weighable troy oz.

Private Collection, Durham, North Carolina

Some minor light scratches; chain detached on coin clutch to one side, missing some links, clasp with one replaced boss; slight tilt posy holder stem.