Sporran, made of calfskin

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This sporran is made of calfskin and probably dates from the 17th century.

The sporran is adorned with three leather knotted tags and tassels. It has a semicircular brass clasp engraved with Gothic leafage, and a brass button for pressing a spring.

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• Online ID: 000-100-082-386-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  A.1905.780
• Date: 17th century
  
• Material: Calf skin, leather and brass. Inscription: 1724
  ICOM Number: 8
  Sporran
  
• Dimensions: 235 mm L x 204 mm W x 28 mm D
  
• What: ICOM Number: 8
  Sporran
  
• Subject: European Costume : accessories : sporrans
  
• Who: Noel Paton Collection
  
• Where: Great Britain, Scotland
  
• Event:
• Description: Sporran of calf skin, adorned with three leather knotted tags and tassels, with a semicircular brass clasp and a brass button for pressing a spring: Scottish, probably 17th century
  
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