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Ring box

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Collection Type

  • Household Accessories

Date

1860-1870

GUSN

GUSN-272724

Description

This original paper box is labeled with the jeweler's name and address in Manchester, New Hampshire. It is lined with padded ivory velvet. The top is (A) and the bottom (B).

Details

Descriptive Terms

boxes (containers)
cardboard
velvet (fabric weave)
Box, Jewelry

Inscription

"John B. Varick Co., Manchester, NH" (Blue ink)

Additional Identification Number

572.2

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/8 x 1 3/16 x 3/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

2012.138.2.2ab

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