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Stocking
Object/Artifact
Hand knit fine white cotton stockings, thick. Over-the-calf height. Decorative seam, cuff has design of 3 rows of pointed feather-effect bands. Dark blue beads form the initials EB on each one near the cuff. Box heels, seam under foot, star toes. Very well executed.
G2008.125
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1835 - 1880
User Age: Adult Gender: Female
Stocking
Hand-Knit
Hosiery
Cotton
Beaded
Initials