Measuring Tape, Cylindrical, Pin Cushion Top

Name/Title

Measuring Tape, Cylindrical, Pin Cushion Top

Entry/Object ID

2003.2.2

Tags

Pincushion, Tape measure, Sewing tools

Description

The cylincrical tape measure carved in stacked segmented pattern and topped by red velvet pincushion, containing a red silk measuring tape

Use

To measure while sewing

Collection

ERS Needlework Tools and Boxes

Category

19th century

Made/Created

Time Period

Victorian

Place

* Untyped Place

England

Dimensions

Height

1-1/4 in

Material

Ivory, Silk, Velvet

Condition

Overall Condition

Good