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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Box
Object Number
ca1900-28-4
Description
Box made in shape of small book, with folding lid, the lid having a mirror inside. The cover is glass, bound with embossed gold paper. Has image of soldier with plumed helmet, shield and dagger. Obverse classical motif. Inside on bottom is written "Amelia" Slip of folded paper inside on which is written "From Amelia Hill to Jane Jackson at Litchfield school parting 1830. Room mates - all three" Lined with pink paper.
Comment
Given as parting gift by students at the Litchfield Female Academy, who boarded at the Sheldon House.
Category
Date Made
ca. 1830
Dimensions
3 1/2" x 2 5/8" x 3/4"
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