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Pair of men's boots of black alpaca twill or prunella with black leather toe caps, lined with white cotton twill and red kid leather, and bound with black silk ribbon. Triangular elastic inserts on either side of each ankle. Squared toe; straight sole with small stacked heel, ring marks, and embossing around edges. Hand and machine sewn.
G95.071a-b
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Male
Footwear
Historic Costume
Shoes
Boots
Male
Prunella
Alpaca
Wool
Black
1855 - 1865
19th Century
Mid 19th Century
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