Vintage Gold-Tone Metal Mesh Pouch/Bag
Evening Bag / Accessory Pouch · Base metal with a gold-colored finish / Gold-plating
Purity: 0K (Gold-Tone / Non-Precious Metal)
Type
Evening Bag / Accessory Pouch
Purity
0K (Gold-Tone / Non-Precious Metal)
Gold Type
Base metal with a gold-colored finish / Gold-plating
Weight
150g - 250g (Estimated based on mesh density)
Description
A classic examples of 'Glomesh' style accessory work, featuring hundreds of tiny interlinked gold-tone tiles that create a liquid-metal effect. This pouch represents the height of mid-century evening wear glamour, designed to shimmer under ballroom or disco lighting.
Key Features
Fluid drape, scale-like metal tiles, and high-reflectivity surface finishing.
Color & Finish
Warm yellow gold-tone with a high-luster, reflective mesh surface
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible in image; often located on internal metal frame or lining tag
Dimensions Estimate
Approximately 6 inches x 6 inches (Square profile)
Gemstones & Inlays
None; decorative focus is on the scale-like metal mesh
Clasp & Closure
Likely a hidden gathered closure or internal snap (not visible)
Chain & Links
Interlocking ring-and-plate mesh (Glomesh style)
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-linked metal tile mesh with hand-finished seams and internal structural assembly.
Authentication Indicators
Characteristic interlocking pattern of well-known 20th-century manufacturers; lacks high-karat hallmark indicators.
Origin & Maker
Likely Oroton (Australia) or Whiting & Davis (USA)
Era & Period
Mid-Century Modern to Disco Era (1950s - 1980s)
Age Estimate
Circa 1960-1980
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury, providing a 'gold look' for evening wear during postwar economic booms.
Condition Notes
Good; some minor warping of the mesh symmetry at the edges but no visible missing tiles.
Value Estimate
$40.00 - $120.00 USD (Decorative/Collectible value rather than metal melt value).
Care & Maintenance
Wipe with a soft dry cloth; avoid contact with perfume or hairspray which can erode the gold-tone finish.
Similar Items
Solid 18K gold mesh bags (extremely rare/expensive), gold-filled chain mail pouches, or sequinned fabric evening bags.
Interesting Facts
Whiting & Davis pioneered this mesh in the late 1800s, but it became a fashion staple in the 1970s disco scene.