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Garter

This is a Garter. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1957. Its medium is silk, glass beads and its technique is embroidered beadwork. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Estate of Mrs. Lathrop Colgate Harper. It is credited Gift of the estate of Mrs. Lathrop Colgate Harper.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 7.4 × 24.4 cm (2 15/16 × 9 5/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Garter; silk, glass beads; H x W: 7.4 × 24.4 cm (2 15/16 × 9 5/8 in.); Gift of the estate of Mrs. Lathrop Colgate Harper; 1957-180-51

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