Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Change purse w/floral clasp
Object Number:
INV.10899
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Silk, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 7 5/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 19.4 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Vertically oriented change purse of green, red and white crocheted silk floss, stitched to circular metal hinged floral lid, suspended from metal chain, with metal beadwork fringe across bottom; pouch encircled with red floral motif on white background, bordered on top and bottom in green.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
