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American

Thimble and thimble case, late 1800s

Description

Maker

  • Unknown

Culture

American

Title

Thimble and thimble case

Year

late 1800s

Medium

Carved Coquilla nut

Dimensions

2.9 x 2.2 cm (1 1/8 x 7/8 inches) a)

Type

  • Fashion,
  • Costume Accessories

Credit

Gift of Miss Jack

Object Number

1993.110

Projects & Publications

Publications

Manual / Issue 13

Storage
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