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Case

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

ca. 1899

GUSN

GUSN-284072

Description

This is the original fitted case for the pair of bracelets 2006.44.14.1AB. It is a modified oval with a dome lid attached by a leather-covered hinge to the base. It has a central divider to create two compartments, one for each bracelet. It is covered in textured brown leather with gilt embossing, a push button closure and purple silk lining. It is embossed in gold with the retailer's name on the lid lining.

Details

Descriptive Terms

cases (containers)
leather
silk (textile)
metal
Case

Additional Identification Number

2006.44.14c
1067
J273

Maker

Tiffany & Co. (Retailer)

Credit Line

Gift of the Stephen Phillips Memorial Charitable Trust for Historic Preservation

Accession Number

2006.44.14.2

Related Items

Title Pair of bracelets Accession Number 2006.44.14.1AB

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