Loose change has a habit of ending up everywhere: the bottom of a bag, the depths of a coat pocket, the cup holder in the car. The Duporth is our answer to that. It's a compact coin purse, handmade here in Cornwall from mahogany oak full-grain veg-tan leather, with a press stud to keep everything in and sections inside so you're not rummaging at the till.
A small purse that keeps things tidy
The idea behind the Duporth is simple. Coins and a few small cards go in, the press stud closes, and nothing escapes into the lining of your bag. The inner sections mean your coins aren't all jumbled in with your cards, so when you need the right change you can find it quickly.
Because it's compact, it slips into a pocket, a handbag or a rucksack without taking over. It works on its own for quick trips to the shop or the market, or alongside your main wallet if you'd rather keep coins out of it altogether.
Who it suits
The Duporth is a unisex piece, and it suits anyone who still uses cash and coins day to day. Think market-stall regulars, car-park-meter feeders, or anyone who's tired of a wallet bulging with shrapnel. It's also a good fit if you like to carry less: a couple of cards and some change, and you're out the door.
If you want to see it for yourself, have a look at the Duporth coin purse here.
Made by hand in Cornwall
Like everything we make, the Duporth is made by hand in Cornwall. We use full-grain leather, which keeps the natural surface of the hide rather than sanding it away, so you get the character and strength of the leather as it was meant to be.
The leather here is veg-tan, which means it has been tanned using natural vegetable tannins rather than chromium salts. It's the traditional way of tanning, slower than modern methods, and it gives the leather a firm, honest feel.
How the leather ages
This is the best bit about veg-tan leather: it changes as you use it. The mahogany oak finish darkens as you carry it, and the handling, the sunlight and the everyday knocks all leave their mark. Over time it develops a patina that's entirely your own, so your Duporth will look different from anyone else's.
It's the opposite of something that looks its best on day one and slowly wears out. With veg-tan leather, the purse only gets better.
Caring for your coin purse
Veg-tan leather doesn't ask for much. A few simple habits will keep it in good shape for years:
- Wipe it with a soft, slightly damp cloth if it gets grubby, then let it dry naturally.
- If it gets soaked, don't put it on a radiator or near a fire; let it dry slowly at room temperature.
- Avoid harsh household cleaners, which can dry the leather out.
- Give it a light leather balm now and then if it starts to look dry.
Water marks and scuffs tend to blend into the patina over time, so there's no need to fret over every little mark.
A thoughtful handmade gift
At £45, the Duporth makes a lovely present for birthdays, Christmas or a thank-you. It's useful every single day, it's made by hand rather than in a factory, and it grows more personal the longer it's carried. It's the kind of gift that gets used rather than tucked in a drawer.
Bought with confidence
Because the Duporth is made from veg-tan leather, it comes with our no-questions 30-day returns and our lifetime repair warranty on faulty leather or stitching. Orders are dispatched within 24–48 hours.
Shop the Duporth
If you're ready to get your loose change under control, the Duporth is waiting for you. Shop the Duporth veg-tan leather coin purse at craftydrifters.co.uk and carry a little piece of Cornwall with you every day.
0 comments