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1968

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Purse (England)

This is a Purse. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is cotton, glass beads and its technique is knitted with beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 17 x 15 cm (6 11/16 x 5 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse (England); cotton, glass beads; H x W: 17 x 15 cm (6 11/16 x 5 7/8 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-135-44

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