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Embroidered Coif (unassembled)

Made in England

c. 1580s

Artist/maker unknown, English

Linen plain weave with silk and gilt thread embroidery in outline, chain, twisted chain, plaited braid, straight, couching, and knotted and detached buttonhole filling stitches and bullion knots; spangles
8 x 16 1/2 inches (20.3 x 41.9 cm)

Currently not on view

1967-125-1

Purchased with Museum funds, 1967

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