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Medieval Handbags

Medieval Handbags

The very first mention in written literature comes from the 14th century, even though Egyptian hieroglyphs show pouches carried around the waist. Bags were attached to what were called "Girdles" Which were fastened to the waist. Embroidery and jewels adorned these articles and were used to show status - the richer the person, the more elaborate the bag.

Handbags Medieval

I'd imagine this was a thing only the most wealthy would use and everyone else would of had either a basket, sack or backpack.