H88.91.193

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c. 1880-1910
Gift of Roselee Higdon
H88.91.193

"Alphabets, Bobbins and Cross-stitch: Samplers and Needlework Tools from the Collection of the Oakland Museum," History Special Gallery, 9/18/93 - 4/3/94.





Tape measure. Description: turtle shaped tape measure "Pull My Head But Not My Legs" inscribed on back; pull head and white tape, marked in inches on one side only, comes out; turtle is a darke (sic) "silver" color. History: purchased by Betty Ault on July 19, 1962 for $5.50. References/Remarks: Ault tape measure number 2. Dimensions: 2 x 1.375 x .5". Condition: very good.
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