Silver purse clasp, JL van de Pauw, Schoonhoven, 1881

19th century Biedermeier style purse made by silversmith JL van de Pauw from Schoonhoven. Active from 1851 to 1908.

The silver bracket is marked with the master hallmark IP96, second fineness hallmark, Minerva head M for Schoonhoven and date letter w for 1881.

The woolen bag is torn over a length of 4 cm. (can be repaired) The inner bag is intact.

Weight: 101.4 grams. Dimensions: 18.5 x 15 cm. Bracket measures: 11 x 7 cm.