Miser's Purse (France), early 19th century (CH 18394375-2)

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Miser's Purse (France), early 19th century (CH 18394375-2)

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Summary

Pale violet silk purse ornamented with gold beads in zigzag and diamond pattern. Two engraved hexagonal rings control side opening; tassels at either end are of small gold beads ending in loops formed by larger gold beads.

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Date

1800 - 1899
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Source

Cooper–Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
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Public Domain

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