New handbag made from antique treasures: 19th century metallic threaded cross applique removed from an antique vestment mounted on vintage white and metallic gold Fortuny fabric trimmed with antique French coil fringe edged with antique woven braid.  Large (10 mm) freshwater pearl handle features an antique threaded bauble and gold vermeil.  Silk lined with a vintage button closure.  5″ X 6″ X 2″ with 2.5″ fringe.  Handle is 11″ long with a 5″ drop.  Vintage wedding hankie included.