Coin Purses
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Coin purses are an essential for every woman. From fun and flirty styles to purely functional, streamlined looks, there is a huge variety available in today's marketplace. They may be small, but they serve a big purpose in keeping your change neatly and efficiently in one place. If you've ever had the experience of digging in the bottom of your purse or pocket for the change you need, you know why they are an essential accessory. What's more, many of today's coin purses serve double duty, providing places for receipts and other items to keep you even more organized when you're on the go.
Types of Coin Purses
There are many different types of coin purses available, so whatever your preferences, you can find one right for you
Zip-Top
Zip-top coin holders came in a wide variety of shapes and materials. From woven fabric to velvet to leather, these come in many shapes including:
- Circular
- Oval
- Squared
- Rectangular
- Novelty shapes, such as stars or flowers.
Some zip top coin containers also come with multiple interior zip pockets, or external flap pockets or slots, so you can even sort your change into different pockets or have space to put additional items.
Clasp Enclosure
Many coin purses use the traditional metal clasp enclosure. Easy to quickly snap open and click shut, these type of purses popular because of their ease of use. These are usually square, rectangular, or have a slightly rounded bottom. Leather is a popular material for these types of coin holders, and they are typically lined with a soft or satiny material in a coordinating color.
Some clasp enclosure purses also have a small exterior pocket for bills.
Snap Enclosure
Similar to the clasp enclosure, but with a bit more versatility in design, the snap enclosure typically has a fold over flap that snaps to the exterior of purse. Many of today's snap enclosure coin purses are designed with magnetic snaps to allow you to quickly and easily snap the coin container shut. A possible disadvantage of snap coiners is if they are tuned upside down or tumbled in your bag, a bit of change may fall out.
The Attached Coin Holder
For added convenience, many coin purses are attached - either attached to a pocketbook or incorporated as part of a wallet. Coin holders attached to purses may be attached by a strip of leather, ribbon, or material, and designed to fit in the purse or slip neatly into a special pocket. Some coin holders are also built in soft zip pockets in the middle of a purse for easy access to your money.
Coin compartments in wallets come in both zip, clasp, and snap versions and can be in the front, middle, or back of the wallet depending on the design.
The Detachable Coiner
The detachable coiner can be any style of coin holder, but it comes with a detachable hook, chain, or clasp that can placed a bag, belt, or other item to keep it where you need it most, and it can be detached for separate use or transfer to another bag.
Squeeze Pouches
Squeeze closure coin pouches are great for those who prefer a minimalist look to their coin purses. These often have little or no embellishment, and simply have stiff but flexible materials in place that can be squeezed open to retrieve change, but then close to keep change inside.
The Keychain Coiner
The keychain coiner is typically a small or mini coin pouch that is attached to a key ring of some sort. This keeps your change handy when outside of your purse and easy to find when it's in your bag as well. These are often designed in novelty shapes and designs and make great favors, tokens, or small gifts.
Hot Trends in Coin Pouches
Like handbags, coin pouches are a personal accessory. Those who prefer designer handbags may wish to have a coiner from their favorite designer or to match their favorite bag. If you don't want to spend a lot, you can easily find coin purses at discount and dollar stores.
Some of the hottest styles include:
- Mini quilted leather coiners
- Multi-colored and multi-tonal looks
- Metallic styles
- Studded coin holders
- Suede
- Rich neutrals, such as espresso, chocolate, and honey
Comments
Hi, Rita,
I have seen these clasps at places where they sell craft items, such as Hobby Lobby or Michaels. I'm not sure if they still carry these, but it would be worth a try. You may also want to try sites such as [http;//www.Artbeads.com Artbeads]. Good luck :)
-- Contributed by: LoriSoardI need to purchase ONLY the metal clasp for a coin purse. Can anyone help?
-- Contributed by: ritaHi, Ashley. I found several on eBay. Wilson's Leather offers quite a few leather wallets and coin purses in a wide variety of colors. I really like the ones that offer room to hold some credit cards or your ID.
For red coiners specifically, you can try Ebags Lotus Style Coin Pouch available in red or for a different look try Hayden-Harnett's red plaid coiner.
If you want something higher quality, then try the Tony Perotti Ultimo Ladies Euro Framed Coin Purse in red leather.
Hope this helps and you find the perfect coin purse to suit your style :)
Lori
-- Contributed by: LoriSoardThis page has been accessed 2,795 times. This page was last modified 09:21, 2 February 2008.
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