Vintage Carolyne Barton Black Velvet Evening Clutch with Jeweled Medallion | Convertible Crossbody Bag

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DESCRIPTION A vintage Carolyne Barton black velvet evening clutch with a jeweled gold tone medallion closure and a slim convertible strap. The soft black velvet body gives it classic formal elegance, while the ornate center medallion adds just enough jewelry-like detail to make the piece feel polished, feminine, and properly dressed for evening. WORTH NOTING Vintage Carolyne Barton evening bag Black velvet exterior Jeweled gold tone medallion closure Convertible clutch / crossbody / shoulder styling Slim black strap included Structured flap-front silhouette Interior lining visible Compact formal event size Elegant black velvet texture with statement hardware detail Beautiful for weddings, cocktail events, holiday parties, formal dinners, theater, vintage styling, or evening wear Strong giftable formal accessory appeal MEASUREMENTS Approx. width: 8.5"Approx. height: 5.25"Approx. depth: 1.5"Handle drop: Not applicable.Strap drop: Approx. 22"–24"Strap length: Approx. 44"–48"Interior compartments: Main compartment with lining visible.Exterior pockets: None visible from photos.Closure: Front flap with jeweled medallion clasp / snap-style closure appears visible. Measurements are approximate and taken by hand. Please compare against a bag you already own for scale and fit. Strap, closure, and interior measurements should be confirmed before shipment. CONDITION Pre-owned vintage condition with normal signs of age and prior use. Exterior black velvet appears rich and presentable in photos, with the jeweled medallion closure displaying well. Velvet may show nap variation, light lint, minor rubbing, subtle flattening, or handling marks under close inspection. Gold tone medallion hardware may show light surface wear or age-related finish variation. Interior lining appears visible and should receive final inspection for marks, debris, closure function, strap attachment, and overall cleanliness before shipment. STYLE NOTES This is the kind of black evening bag that quietly improves the outfit without needing to compete with it. The velvet finish pairs beautifully with black, ivory, champagne, emerald, burgundy, navy, satin, lace, cocktail dresses, formal separates, and vintage-inspired eveningwear. Carry it as a clutch for a cleaner formal look, or use the slim strap when the evening requires both elegance and free hands. FROM THE HOUSE Selected for its black velvet texture, jeweled medallion detail, and vintage formal presence, this Carolyne Barton clutch has the graceful polish of a proper evening accessory. It is refined, useful, and just ornate enough to look intentional. ~ Genevieve