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Gift of Mrs. C. M. Shriver and Miss M. E. Hastings, 1950.244.0 Photograph by David Stansbury. …
Coin Purse
Gift of Mrs. C. M. Shriver and Miss M. E. Hastings, 1950.244.0 Photograph by David Stansbury. © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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Coin Purse

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Sarah Lawrence American, 1784 - 1866
MakerMade by Unknown
DateFirst half 19th century
MediumSatin with silk embroidery
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. C. M. Shriver and Miss M. E. Hastings
DescriptionCoin purse, silk thread embroidered on pearl grey satin. Monogrammed, "S L".
Object number1950.244.0
InscribedThe monogram, "S L" is on the purse.
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