Key Finder Clip Appraisal

Vintage King's Key Finder Purse Clip

This is a vintage 'King's Key Finder' purse clip accessory, likely dating from the mid-20th century (circa 1950s-1960s). The item features a long, gold-tone metal clip designed to slide over the edge of a purse interior pocket, allowing keys to remain easily accessible. The decorative top is designed as a stylized flower, featuring silver-tone and gold-tone openwork filigree petals around a central light green (peridot-colored) faceted rhinestone. The clip body shows elegant engraved floral scrollwork on the gold-plated surface. Attached to the clip by a short gold-tone link chain is a circular split key ring. Accompanying the item is its original white paper tag printed with black text: 'KING'S Key Finder Los Angeles California.' The condition appears to be excellent vintage condition with minor surface patina and light wear to the gold plating, particularly on the edges of the clip. The craftsmanship is typical of mid-century costume accessories, combining functional utility with feminine, decorative aesthetics. The use of mixed metals (silver and gold tones) and the specific typography on the tag suggest a Southern California manufacturing origin during the post-war boutique accessory boom.