Small wool and silk purse. Medieval style. Handmade in England. Pockets were unknown in medieval clothing, therefore purses and pouches of various kinds were widely utilised by all people of all classes. Purses were small cloth purses also known as aumonieres or alms purses. Ladies styles of fabric bag varied a little but generally were either square or rectangular with two drawstrings across the top, running horizontally one in each direction, with or without tassels, some having a rounded top. Both men and women utilised the small, drawstring pouch or aumoniere pouch for the keeping of alms. These might be attached to the belt by the use of a belt hook, a purpose made attachment on the belt, or simply tied on. They might be made of plain fabric, embroidery or soft leather. We are very happy to offer you one of our unique handmade Medieval Style Purses. Olive Green ethnic purse. Made from 100% boiled wool. Size: L 19cm, D 17 / 7,5'' x 7'' Fully lined with satin. Big inside pocket. Boiled wool created by a mechanical process using water and agitation, shrinking knitted or woven wool or wool-blend fabrics, compressing and interlocking the fibers into a tighter felt-like mass. All of these processes date back to at least the Middle ages.
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