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Purse

This is a Purse. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is silk, glass beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W (without handles): 21 x 19.1 cm (8 1/4 x 7 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse; silk, glass beads; H x W (without handles): 21 x 19.1 cm (8 1/4 x 7 1/2 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-135-41

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