Sash
1773 (dated)
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A sash of crimson plyed silk yarn, worked in the sprang technique, probably with a circular warp, with a fringe at each end. It is worked in a pattern of diamonds and horizontal bands with a crown, inscription and date at each end.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Silk yarn; sprang |
| Brief description | Military sash of crimson silk sprang, British, 1773, "GR THE 3" with crown |
| Physical description | A sash of crimson plyed silk yarn, worked in the sprang technique, probably with a circular warp, with a fringe at each end. It is worked in a pattern of diamonds and horizontal bands with a crown, inscription and date at each end. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | G R the 3 / 1773 (Worked in the patterning of the sprang at one end, in reverse at the opposite end) |
| Object history | Crimson silk sashes were worn around the waist by officers in British regiments of foot and cavalry from the late 17th century to the mid-19th century. |
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| Accession number | T.193-1957 |
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| Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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