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Two Nelson Relics

Unknown artist, 1880

1) Blue silk net purse belonging to Lord Nelson. Taken by his friend Captain Hardy and retained in the family until 1880. 2) Small purse of knitted lace and silk belonging to Captain Hardy.

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Title of artwork, date

Two Nelson Relics, 1880

Date supported

1930

Medium and material

Silk & lace

Gifted by

Dr G C Williamson

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