Pillow Lace Bobbins (1)

Pillow lace bobbins such as these were sometimes given by young men to their betrothed as an engagement gift.
Object no :
EATX028n
Collection :
Lace Making – machine & hand lace
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
L 105 - 120mm
Materials :
wood, bone, wire, beads
Location :
NA
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
Accession number :
NA
Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council
2 Fmedia2 F168112 F469

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