Online Collections Database

Purse

Object/Artifact

Hard black leather or papier-mache coin purse, with a border of metal egg-shaped bosses and central cartouche; little push-tab closure. Lined with pink cotton. 3 accordion pleated compartments. Metal chain.

G89.094

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Accessory

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

1860 - 1870

2-1/2 in

3 in

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