Vintage Petitie Point Handbags--Achievement Trophies

This collection of Petite Point handbags, have  a story hidden within them.  After retirement I joined a ladies fraternal organization with ties to the Masonic Lodge The Order Of The Eastern Star.  When joining I saw that some ladies in their travels visiting other Chapters in Ontario had these lovely handbags which they carried with pride.   The story told to me was that back in the late 70's early 80's these handbags were presented to women who achieved a certain level of achievement were rewarded with one of these purses. 

                                  Trophies of Achievement.