Nantucket Basket Purse

Description:

Nantucket Basket Purse, "W.& R. Backsmith Nantucket Mass.," 1982, oval form with swing handle, the cover centered by an engraved oval ivory plaque depicting "BRANT POINT," the interior base centered with a 1982 penny, ivory latch and handle pegs, maker's name inscribed on base, ht. to top of upright handle 11 3/4 in.
Estimate $400-600

Light stains on ivory plaque.