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Reticule
Object/Artifact
Reticule made of white cotton, pendant shape with white embroidered designs. Tassels on bottom at the join of each panel and a triple one at the very base. Casings and drawstrings close the bag. Stitched in center of ‘wreath’: Elizabeth Merry Litchfield.” Not clear whether “Litchfield” is the surname or the town.
G2000.078.2
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Accessory
Historic Costume
1810 - 1825
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Reticule
Purse
White
Litchfield
Cotton
Litchfield, Elizabeth Merry