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Purse (USA), 19th century

This is a Purse. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1960. Its medium is glass beads, metal, leather and its technique is knitted. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 10 x 8 cm (3 15/16 x 3 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse (USA), 19th century; glass beads, metal, leather; H x W: 10 x 8 cm (3 15/16 x 3 1/8 in.); 1960-35-2

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