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Coin Purse

19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Coin Purse
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
  • Date: 19th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Silk, metallic thread
  • Dimensions: 3 x 3 3/4 in. (7.62 x 9.53 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
  • Credit Line: Gift of The Carnegie Corporation of New York, 1930
  • Object Number: 30.10.43
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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