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Pincushion & Emery

Date

1800-1899

GUSN

GUSN-66345

Description

Scallop hinged & stuffed, brn silk; tied to shell filled with emery

Details

Descriptive Terms

pincushions
emery cushions
shell (animal material)
silk (textile)
shell (animal material)
Container, Needlework
Holder, Needlework
Pincushion
Shell
Silk
Pincushion

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

7 7/8 x 1 1/4 x 2 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Estate of Miss Caroline M. Smith

Accession Number

1934.1015

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