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Handkerchief

Object/Artifact

1-7) Initialed in fine satin stitch “FCB” for Frances B Colony. 7 fine linen hankies with narrow hemstitched hem. In differing stages of wear, from soft and yellowed to crisp and white with guide lines for embroidery still evident. 12” x 12” 8) Fine linen with 1/2” hemstitched border, 2” drawn thread border inside. Marked in script, “F. B. Colony” 11.5” x 11.5”

G95.087.1-8

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1850 - 1900

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

handkerchief

kerchief

satin stitch

Frances B. Colony

hemstitched hem

embroider

linen

hemstitched

drawn thread border

F. B. Colony

Colony

handkerchief

kerchief

satin stitch

Frances B. Colony

hemstitched hem

embroider

linen

hemstitched

drawn thread border

F. B. Colony

Colony

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