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1968

  • We acquired this object.

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Armband (USA)

This is a Armband. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is glass beads, hide and its technique is embroidery with beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W (A): 30.5 × 12 cm (12 in. × 4 3/4 in.) H x W (B): 30.5 × 12.5 cm (12 in. × 4 15/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Armband (USA); glass beads, hide; H x W (A): 30.5 × 12 cm (12 in. × 4 3/4 in.) H x W (B): 30.5 × 12.5 cm (12 in. × 4 15/16 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-87-13-a

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