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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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