Leather Wallet (Dated 1846)
$90.00
Leather Wallet (Dated 1846) – Inventory Number: CUR 187
This well-preserved leather billfold or document wallet features a fold-over flap closure. Crafted from richly patinated leather, it was likely used to store important papers, currency, or correspondence. Inside, the wallet bears a beautiful period ink inscription:
“Edwin B. Thomas, 1846, Property, Smithfield, R.I.”
This personal marking not only dates the piece but also connects it to its original owner, offering a tangible link to everyday life in pre-Civil War America. An excellent example of early American leatherwork with both functional and historical appeal.
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Inventory Number: CUR 187