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Mary Todd Lincoln's handkerchief

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
cloth
Measurements:
overall: 11 in x 11 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0158
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Textiles

Description

White square handkerchief that belonged to Mary Todd Lincoln. The handkerchief is made out of sheer cotton and has a pleated border that extends up into the field of the handkerchief about every half inch or so. The initials M.L. are embroidered in one corner in white thread. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum