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Hoop, Skirt

Object/Artifact

15 watch spring hoops of graduated size cover a distance of about 14” from bottom. Held in place by 5 sturdy cotton tapes suspended from waistband. Front tape has white metal buckle. Waistband marked 30.” length is 30.” Waist is about 24.” Largest diameter hoop is 18”, even conical effect.

G86.143

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1870 - 1880

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

American

Female

Hoop

Metal

Conical

Spring

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