OLd metal chain pures ..I think

[Terimarx]

Hi .this opens up and then closes all down to fit in the lid .Its very unusual.thank you

[Michelle Staley]

This style of closure was often seen in mesh handbags made in the 1920's. Whiting and Davis purses are the most common mesh purses with the circular closure.

Some of these are sterling silver so you might want to look around on the vintage mesh bag for a signature or name.