Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn The earlier marks are the

The earlier marks are the date ones

Interior is also in quite good condition for an old necessaire

Remarkably fine - this

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Antique Victorian to Edwardian Austrian Nissel & Sikora Evening Purse, Tortoise Shell, Sterling Silver, Kiln-fired Enamel, 4" Diameter horn The earlier marks are theOne of my favorite treasures. I've had this gorgeous little evening purse for decades. It never fails to thrill me every time I see it. It's the 2nd Nissel & Sikora signature purses made similarly, and the last I have to sell. The bag dates c. 1880 1900. The maker's mark and rather signature floral basket and cobalt blue kiln fired enamel mark it as a true luxury of its time. The little bag is leather and silk, has that gorgeous front of finest cognac