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  WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE ARMBAND OR HATBAND, 1910-20

Available: Sold
Frame Size (H x L): 8" x 26.25"
Flag Size (H x L): 1.5" x 19.75"
Description....:
WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE ARMBAND OR HATBAND, 1910-20:

Suffragette armband or hat band, made from yellow felted wool with black lettering that reads: "Votes for Women". Suffragette textiles are particularly scarce and sought-after and these long, narrow examples make for very interesting objects when conserved and framed. They could be clipped as desired and worn wherever the owner deemed fit, usually wrapped around one's arm or encircling the brim of a ladies hat.

Violet and yellow were the customary colors of the suffrage movement in America, though red, white and blue objects are also seen.

Mounting: The solid walnut molding dates to the period between 1860 and 1880, retains its original gilded liner and early, black varnished surface. The textile has been hand-stitched to a background of 100% hemp. Spacers keep the textile away from the glazing, which is U.V. protective glass.

Condition: There is minor to moderate soiling, but many of my clients prefer early flags and related material to show their age gracefully and the textile has an wonderful presentation in this regard.
Collector Level: Intermediate-Level Collectors and Special Gifts
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Earliest Date of Origin: 1910
Latest Date of Origin: 1920
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Price: Please call (717) 676-0545 or (717) 502-1281
 

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