Box 3
Contains 6 Results:
18th-century Quaker lady’s bonnet
A Quaker lady’s black bonnet that dates to the 18th century. Stained in places. Ribbons have disintegrated somewhat.
Metal “loving cup”, 1922
A metal “loving cup.” Colored enamel on outside. Design stamped on inside. Inscribed in Russian: “To comrade Thomas in memory of the work of the Society of Friends in Belorus. The Belurrian Red Cross and Health Department. Minsk, 11/20/1922.” Accompanied by Thomas’ calling card. Some pitting and enamel missing.
Kodak folding camera, 1993
A Kodak folding camera designed to take postcard-sized photographs. Inscribed medallion on back of case reads, “Isaac Sharpless from the Haverford Association of New York, Apr. 16, 1993.” In locked leather case. Belonged to donor’s grandfather.
Rebecca Jones’ Wagstaffe watch, 1785
A Wagstaffe watch, now in two pieces and missing hands and clasp. Inscribed, “Sarah Birkbeck, of Castleford, Yorkshire. To Rebecca Jones of Philadelphia. 1785.” Inner gears are inscribed, “Thos. Wagstaffe London.” Accompanied by two turning keys.
Lacquered Wooden Tray Carved in Shape of a Fish from Japan
Carved Wooden Lacquered Fish Tray from Japan from Edith Sharpless to her sister Lydia.
Japanese Scroll
Scroll given to Thomas E. and Esther B. Jones in Japan by their friends who were victims of the 1923 Tokyo Earthquake.
