Miser's Purse
Miser's purse produced during the Victorian period between 1837
and 1901. This kind of purse is characterised by its narrow,
tubular shape that is wider at the ends and narrower in the middle.
This narrow section would have a slit for coins to be deposited in
each part of the purse, with the two sides accommodating different
sized coins. The rings in the middle would then be pulled down to
stop the coins from escaping out the central slit. It is not known
precisely why the accessory is known as a 'miser's' purse, but it
is thought it may be because only a few coins can be stowed away in
the small compartments.
This miser's purse is composed of navy blue crocheted material
and silver beadwork, with silver sliders.
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RI_DI_0073737
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East Ayrshire Council
