How to Collect Whiting & Davis Purses

Whiting & Davis purses are a line of handbags that can be collected by those interested in owning rare and beautiful antique purses. Although you can buy modern Whiting & Davis purses in stores, the vintage versions are the ones coveted by most collectors. Read on to learn how to collect Whiting & Davis purses.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Search for Whiting & Davis purses at an antique purse dealer. Let them know about your desire to add some pieces to your collection. They can give you an idea about pricing and how to appraise the purses.

2. Expect to find all of the purses to be a mesh style. The main characteristic of Whiting & Davis purses are that they are made from a fine metal mesh. The metal mesh can come in gold, silver and other colors.

3. Look for the appropriate markings. The purse should be marked with the Whiting & Davis logo and may also be followed by a lot number.

4. Examine the condition of the purses that you desire for your collection. Look for signs of tarnish on the mesh as well as the state of the inner lining of the handbag.

5. Care for your Whiting & Davis purse collection. If you store and care for your purses they are going to retain their value for years to come. Keep the purses in a cool and dry container that prevents the purses from getting dirty.

Tips & Warnings

• Whiting & Davis purses became very popular during the 1930s. Most of your vintage purses are going to stem from that era.
• Most of the Whiting & Davis purses are going to come with a drop in vintage chain. The chain length is going to vary from purse to purse.