Having trouble identifying my bag! 1970s handbag

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rosieb

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Hello all,

I recently acquired a handbag from a family member and have no idea of how to identify what leather/skin it is. I am a handbag lover, but unfortunately have very little knowledge on vintage items!

The only background information I have on the bag is that it was purchased in the early 1970’s in Kenya. It is real leather and a faux suede interior (pictures attached).

I cannot find any markings on the hardware, and am also struggling to find any similar bags online!

Any ideas/advice would be much appreciated!

thanks in advance :)


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Retro Ruth said:
I believe that's alligator.

Are you sure the interior is faux and not real suede?
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Wow amazing, thank you for your reply!

And no I am not certain that the interior is faux suede! To be honest, the only reason I assumed it was faux suede was as it appears to be in such good condition (I am no expert on suede haha).

I have had a closer look and the interior does seem to be sensitive to water, so it is likely to be real suede :)

thank you for your help
 
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