Holder, Handkerchief
Description
Shell-shaped clasp attached to finger ring by chain. Used to hold handkerchief while dancing or dress to keep skirt from dragging in mud.
Creator
Date
circa 1850-1900
Shell-shaped clasp attached to finger ring by chain. Used to hold handkerchief while dancing or dress to keep skirt from dragging in mud.
circa 1850-1900
Metal, wood
2 L x 0.5 W inches
1950.112.4
16021
Gift of Mrs. William Bevan
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