Vintage 1940s Navy Telephone Cord Purse

This 1940s telephone cord purse is so modern looking!  Navy blue spiraled plastic cording (telephone cord) over a black cloth foundation.  Lined with black fabric.   Twisted black fabric was also used to connect the handle and the zipper, allowing for maximum flexibility and saving wear and tear on the plastic.  Metal zipper closure with a matching zipper pull.

 

DETAILS

Label:  none

Circa:  Late 1940s

Condition:  Overall excellent.  The purse shows light, normal wear, but no issues to note.

 

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MEASUREMENTS 

Width:  8.75" at the widest

Height:  7"; 12.5" with the handle

Depth:  2.75"