COIN PURSE
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
Rectangular back in gold mesh. Frame is reeded and is set on the front with eight cabochon rubies. Between this are crossed rope designs set with tiny diamonds. The thumbpiece is set with a cabochon ruby. Handle is composed of comparatively large links. Inside is divided into two compartments. Chain purse is a miniature version of large purse.
- Object name:
- COIN PURSE
- Made from:
- Gold -- rubies -- diamonds
- Made in:
- USA
- Date made:
- 20th c.
- Size:
- 5.1 x 6.4 cm (2 x 2 1/2 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 49.9.2
- Class:
- ACCESSORY
- Signature marks:
- INSCRIPTION inside of frame: Mrs. E.B. Close Greenwich Conn
- Credit line:
- Gift of Mrs. Augustus Riggs, 1974