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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