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Fukushima, Japan, Kakeda silk label, 1870

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 15

Scope and Contents

Image of a rising sun surrounded by cranes. Bottom half of the border features curling waves while the top half depicts clouds. Text reads, “Genuine Kakeda Silk. Yamaki Shiokichi. Fukashima. Province of Iwashiro. Japan.” Smaller banner below of Japanese script.

Dates

  • 1870

Language of Materials

From the Item:

Vietnamese is written in Chữ Nôm script based on Chinese characters with added characters to represent the Vietnamese language.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open under the rules and regulations of the Providence Public Library, Special Collections department.

Extent

From the Item: .25 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Dimensions

5 x 3.5 inches

Repository Details

Part of the Providence Public Library Repository

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