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Beaded Coin Purse

Artist Alexandra (Sandi) Cook (Akwesasne Mohawk Deer Clan)

ClassificationsPersonal Accessories

Date2011

Dimensions5 3/4” H (open) x 4 1/2” W

Materials/TechniqueGlass beads, cloth, metal

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object numberNA2011.51.LMA

DescriptionBlack velvet coin purse with fabric interior and black fabric edging, inside which is a border of two strands of pink bead border. On back, a hummingbird in aqua, clear, and pink with four large faceted beads in the tail. On the front flap, a small pink flower with a faceted bead at the center and aqua leaves. Metal snap closure.

Place of origin / madeAkwesasne, USA, North America

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