Coin purse quality has dramatically improved over the years since they were first used to carry coin and other small items. The original term for coin purses was actually coin hoards. As far back as the mid 5th century they were used to hide/hoard coins of importance. Interestingly enough they were hidden in the most unusual places, and some of them actually survived hundreds of years of being buried – complete with their coin treasure intact.
These days, you might want to try your hand at making your own unique coin purse, either with leather or crochet one. Materials you’d need would include a coin purse frame, that usually comes complete with screws and install instructions. Prices on these items vary, but if you take the time to hunt on the Internet for materials, you can find reasonably priced coin purse frames for your project. You can find all types of metals for this as well, including a very attractive antique frame. Coin purse designs are also easy to find and you might even want to consider knitting one for a bit of a craft challenge. If you’re not into doing crafts, and love the look of leather, then you might find a Wilsons leather, framed coin purse suits you perfectly.
Leather coin purses have a certain appeal due to their buttery softness and wide variety of colors. You can also get them in a wide array of “types” – folded, spring frame or molded. There’s various other leather coin purse take offs to choose from as well, for instance, a leather trucker’s wallet or milk man’s purse.
A squeeze coin purse (also called a fold coin purse) is a unique find – the original ones that is! But fun and functional even if they are for the 20th century. The old-fashion squeeze coin purse works by squeezing it and it opens, push on the top and it securely closes. Their history is that they were designed to prevent pockets from wearing through because of loose coins. Another outstanding original is the Coach coin purse. Coach was established in 1843 and is world renown for its quality coin purses, leather wallets and other hand-held leather goods.
Looking for a hand beaded coin purse? These stunning purses come in a wide variety of colors and can be used to accessorize just about any outfit you choose, from daily wear to dinner fare. Another very rare find for collectors or historians would be a sterling silver antique coin purse, also known as a chatelaine bag. Young ladies used to carry these on a belt. World travelers would be absolutely thrilled to find an international coin purse, Japanese pattern to be precise. These delicately flowered creations are quite beautiful. Another interesting option would be to consider a coin purse wallet - a coin purse with a wallet with multiple compartments. If the coin purse is for a man, the ultimate coin man purse wallet must have lots of
