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Passport Case

Date1940-1965

MediumLeather, with gold corners

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 7 x 4 5/8 x 3/8in. (17.8 x 11.7 x 1cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman

DescriptionTravel case made of black reptile skin lined with calfskin; interior pockets are lined with black silk moiré. The wallet has a small interior change purse with a brass snap closure (marked "Carr United") and the notebook-style wallet closes with a snap attached to a tab. The interior is divided into compartments labeled in gold metallic ink for: "LETTER OF CREDIT / PASSPORT / LANDING CARD / LUGGAGE CHECK / RAIL TICKET" and an extra unlabeled pocket for papers or currency notes.

Object number1986.214.9

InscribedEmbossed in gold ink on inside cover of case: "BEATRICE FOX AUERBACH"

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