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Grace Campbell's Silver Bodkin or Ribbon Threader

Grace Campbell's Silver Bodkin or Ribbon Threader - Bodkin
Accession #: 4429.32
Title: Grace Campbell's Silver Bodkin or Ribbon Threader
Object Type: Bodkin
Participants:
Physical Description: Sterling silver sewing tool (bodkin) or ribbon threader. Plain form; flat tapered shape with slit at wider end and round hole at narrower end. Initials "GMC" for Grace M. Campbell on side. Whiting, ca. 1900.
Description: Sterling silver sewing accessories, often monogrammed, were popular among the well-to-do. Grace Campbell likely used this bodkin or ribbon threader, marked "GMC", to complete occasional hand-sewn gifts or for threading ribbons into her undergarments.
Category: Campbell Collection
Geographical Reference: Campbell House (Washington->Spokane County->Spokane)
Dimensions:
length 2 1/8"
Materials/Techniques:
sterling silver (Material)
Credit Line: Museum Purchase, 2019

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