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This and 32 other objects are a part of a set whose first object is Assorted types and materials: Occidental; Oriental; Inlays; etc. Button Card 26.

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1943

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2015

2025

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Button

This is a Button. We acquired it in 1943. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Mrs. John A. Ely. It is credited Gift of Mrs. John A. Ely.

Cite this object as

Button; Gift of Mrs. John A. Ely; 1943-29-1

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