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Stocking
Clothing/Dress/Costume
Machine knit creamy wool stockings, youth sized, knee high. Stamped on each one: “ALPACCA” with a picture of a sheep superimposed on a pair of red bands near the top. Seam under heel and along side. Wide square toes.8.5” x 21.5”"
G2001.075
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Accessory
Historic Costume
Socks
Unisex
Wool
Cream
Alpacca
1850 - 1865
User Age: Youth Gender: Neutral
Stocking
Hosiery
Youth
Alpaca
8-1/2 in
21-1/2 in