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Reticule

Object/Artifact

Beaded reticule with cut corner and straight bottom edge. Remains of turquoise bead fringe. Lined with tan PW cotton, the top edge is finished with piped, self-lined scalloped flaps of brown silk piped with yellow. Casing for the drawstring which is missing. The design consists of the typical rose trail with fuchsia-like flowers and buttercups. Leafy vine border at top, arranged like sawtooth. The lower border is a pair of houses and trees on red ground. 4 strands of twisted fringe made of turquoise beads remain.

G97.153

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Accessory

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

1835

7-1/2 in

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