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Designer/ Manufacturer: Many (see links)
Materials:
Typically stainless steel or polished or chromed steel alloy, some with artificial jewel or image inserts.
Unit Cost: £2 – £50 GBP
Country of Origin:
Many
Available:
Online (see links) and from selected retailers
Market position:
Fashion accessory.

A simple personal bag hook, steel with weighted ‘head’, some with inserts, special shapes or made-to order designs. This type appears to be the most common style currently on the market. They are available from many manufacturers and suppliers in many styles and variations on what is essentially one concept. There is some indication that products similar to these have been in use since at least the early twentieth century.