Name/Title
SeashellEntry/Object ID
7.84.5Description
Material: shell. Size: 4 1/8" W. x 5 1/4" L. x 3" H. Description: ivory and pink horse conch shell - black handwritten on side: "Greetings from Koechel's Harness & Trunks & Suit Cases Waseca, Minn." - pincushion missing.Context
Waseca business: Koechel Leather Shop. Shell originally had a pincushion of gold felt that was glued into the cavity. Koechel's was at 114 No. State St. & in business from 1895-1982. It was first owned by H.F. Koechel & then by his son, Alvin. The building was demolished in April 1984.Cataloged By
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Object Name
SeashellClass
Advertising MediumCategory
Communication ArtifactsCreate Date
August 30, 1999Update Date
November 21, 2024