1970s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Mesh Pouch Necklace red handle clutch the silhouette of the bag

the silhouette of the bag implying the shape of a banana

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While Lucite ring handle bags and exotic skins like crocodile occasionally appear

Matching round yellow buttons at centre front create an almost invisible closure

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1970s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Mesh Pouch Necklace red handle clutch the silhouette of the bagA rare circa 1970s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. miniature mesh purse necklace, crafted in flexible sterling silver mesh and suspended from a long black cord with a matching tassel. The small pouch moves fluidly like fabric, reflecting Perettis distinctive ability to give precious metal a soft, tactile quality. Its elongated cord allows the necklace to be worn long, while the tassel adds movement and dramatic contrast. This miniature necklace version