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Bric-a-brac

Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1900-1920

GUSN

GUSN-56027

Description

Top hat made of shredded dollars. Tagged "Made of U.S. National Green backs redeemed and macerated at the U.S. Treasury. Estimated $5,000."

Details

Descriptive Terms

knickknacks
souvenirs
paper (fiber product)
Knickknack
Knickknack

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

2 1/4 x 3 1/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1988.107

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