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Object Name: misers purse
Description: Beige knitted purse with silver metal beads incorporated in knit, heavy weight due to metal beads. Macramé tassel at one end and large bead with tassel at other. two slightly tarnished silver rings seal center slit opening.
Catalogue Number: HOYFM.1199.1993

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