1959.18.2

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Details

ID Number

1959.18.2

Category

Personal Artifacts

Sub-category

personal gear

Item Name

purse

Materials

TEXTILE, COTTON METAL, UNKNOWN

Measurements

overall: 2 in x 2 3/4 in

Description

2 bags, drawstrings at top attached to a ring making a single unit; flaps at top of each bag; bead fringe in loop design; beads included in crocheting

History

Sometimes called a "miser" purse because of the unusual manner of closing. Used for change or small silver coins.

Collection Name

Museum Windsor

Subject (Fre)

Y

Subjects

Costume / Costumes subject

Women / Femmes subject

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