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Collection Type

  • Ephemera

Date

1822-23

GUSN

GUSN-284574

Description

This rectangular paper box is covered in black leather. It has a hinged lid and is lined with padded white satin. The box closes with a small hook and ring clasp on the front. It is the original box for 1927.217.1

Details

Descriptive Terms

boxes (containers)
paper (fiber product)
leather
satin
Box

Additional Identification Number

1927.217
674

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. George S. Selfridge

Accession Number

1927.217.2

Date

1822-23 (hallmark on associated ring)

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