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Pocketbook

Collection Type

  • Clothing and Accessories

Date

Late 18th Century to Early 19th Century

GUSN

GUSN-28702

Description

Red/dirty (original bright red = under flap) flap and leather strap closure; green leather lining; 4 pockets plus pencil holder; paper dividers; one pocket has flap and tongue closure. Repaired with handstitching - black thread.

Details

Descriptive Terms

purses (ladies' accessories)
accessories
leather
paper (fiber product)
Men's personal gear
Unidentified Paper
WALLET

Maker

Unknown

Accession Number

1919.401

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