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Purse
Purse

Purse

Date1910
MediumVelvet, silver, metal, artificial gemstones, satin
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Herbert K. Alexander in memory of Grace Simone Alexander
Object number1993.10.48
DescriptionChatelaine. Black velvet, elongated shape. German silver frames on both ends. Marked "German silver." Twist knob closures. One end has coin purse as divider. The other end has a small watch set in a circular frame of diamente with a crown effect on one half. Watch held in by a leather frame on inside. Watch is 2.8 cm in diameter. Large ring encircling center of purse. Matching ring linked to it. Lining of ivory satin.
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