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1931

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Gold and steel watch chain Chatelaine

This is a Chatelaine. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is gold, cut steel. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 24.5 x 5 x 1 cm (9 5/8 x 1 15/16 x 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Gold and steel watch chain Chatelaine; France; gold, cut steel; H x W x D: 24.5 x 5 x 1 cm (9 5/8 x 1 15/16 x 3/8 in.); Bequest of Sarah Cooper Hewitt; 1931-6-196

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