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Purse

Object Name:
Purse
Object ID:
1939.013.01
Place of Origin:
Chelsea, MA
Date:
circa 1875
Description:
Purse. Made by Julia A. Punchard (1859-1921), Chelsea, MA; c. 1875. Beaded, plum colored, crocheted Miser's Purse. Burgundy silk crocheted with flaps; steel beaded fringe on ends and flaps; crocheted silk connecting chains.
Material:
Textile
Glass
Metal
Provenance:
Made by Julia Arabelle Walker Punchard (1859-1921), daughter of Dr. Charles H. Walker & Julianna P.M. Walker. She was the mother of the donor, Emma P. Radley (1885-194?).
Credit Line:
Gift of Emma P. Radley
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