Miser's purse

British

early 18th century

Not on view

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Title: Miser's purse
Date: early 18th century
Culture: British
Medium: [no medium available]
Credit Line: Purchase, Irene Lewisohn and Alice L. Crowley Bequests, 1976
Object Number: 1976.149.5
Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute

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