Collection Highlights
Invitation to Erie Canal Celebration
Date:
1825
Object Number:
PR.221.12
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Purse w/card;I.V.cox
Object Number:
INV.9862
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Snakeskin, leather, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 5/8 x 2 1/4 x 5/8 in. ( 4.1 x 5.7 x 1.6 cm )
Description:
Snakeskin coin purse lined with leather with metal clasp closure on obverse; reverse has a pocket compartment; when opened, there are five accordioned compartments, the front having an envelope enclosure.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
