Pincushion

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Collection Type

Tools and equipment

Date

1756

GUSN

GUSN-45115

Description

Rectangular shaped pincushion with pointed edges; "Jane Pigeon/1756" on one side; floral design on the other side.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pincushions
straight pins
velvet (fabric weave)
Pincushion

Inscription

Jane Pigeon/1756" (Spelled out in straight pins)

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

5 x 6 x 2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Florence E. Wolkins

Accession Number

1950.153

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