Coin Purse
MakerMade by
Unknown
Date1875-1925
MediumHand-stitched with metal beads, cotton thread, and a metal handle
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 4 1/2 x 2 1/4in. (11.4 x 5.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number2003.222.0
DescriptionPurse of brown/gold-colored thread with metal beads, stitched onto a frame of silver-colored metal. The purse appears to be crocheted, with the metal beads slipped onto the thread prior to crocheting. The beads and thread create alternating horizontal rows across the purse. There is a looped fringe of the metal beads across the square bottom. The metal frame is rounded at each corner. There is a metal clasp on top which would be pushed to open the purse. The purse is unlined.
Status
Not on view
