Purse

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Purse

Entry/Object ID

G94.017

Description

Small purse with oblong polished steel frame, steel mesh body with backing of black/blue/white checked paper or fabric. Spring closure; chain handle. Compartments inside of pink stiffened silk, one with metal latch. Stamped “Brevete” inside frame.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Accessory, Adult, Female
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1855

Dimensions

Height

3-1/2 in

Width

2-1/4 in