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Buttonhook

Clothing/Dress/Costume

Buttonhook made from steel (hook), mother of pearl (handle), and silver cap on handle. Silver cap has small cartouche filled in with bow and quiver, with rococo-revival ribbon bow above. Steel hook has some discoloration.

2024.41.024

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Historic Costume

Accessory

Tool

Buttonhook

Female

Sterling silver

1870 - 1910

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