Needle Case
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Elizabeth Hart Jarvis
American, 1826 - 1905
Date19th century
MediumMetal, silk
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 4 1/2 x 2 1/4in. (11.4 x 5.7cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Elizabeth Cushman Titus Putnam in memory of her family
DescriptionBlue silk velvet needle case. Top has wide opening with decorated hinged gold-colored metal clasp and bottom has smaller opening, also with decorated hinged gold-colored metal clasp. Gold metallic thread monogram "EHC" on front. Large end opens to reveal a small blue silk pocket and two cream fabric flaps for needles and pins.
Contents of needle case include: package of paper wrapped needles, three needles, and black and white thread wrapped and in attached pocket.
Contents of needle case include: package of paper wrapped needles, three needles, and black and white thread wrapped and in attached pocket.
Object number2010.423.75
Inscribed"EHC" embroidered on frontSubject Terms
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