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Purse
Object/Artifact
Small beaded purse with top forming two extending flaps which are presently closed with modern-type snaps. 7” chain formed of long and short brass links attached inside top. Sides slant inwards slightly; rounded bottom finished with varicolored bead looped fringe. Flaps have multicolored stripes; One side has wreath enclosing a rainbow and the initials JDS. Other side has rows of florets, garland at bottom, and unintelligible lettering on transparent ground. Lined with coarse PW white cotton; soiled pink silk on flaps. Designs are rather crude.
G96.051
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Accessory
Adult, Female
Historic Costume
1835 - 1900
3 in
3-1/2 in