Object Record
Metadata
Object Name |
Collar |
Catalog Number |
0985.07.00009 |
Description |
This is a white linen detachable collar with three button holes positioned at the blouse opening, on the edges, and at the center back used to attach to the shirt. |
Dimensions |
W-2 L-13.5 inches |
Owned |
Jefferson Davis |
Event |
flight and capture of Jefferson Davis, 1865 |
Provenance |
This collar was worn by Jefferson Davis at the time of his capture in Irwinville Georgia. (1) Possible: Mrs. Davis's letter of donation points out this and other articles of a man's suit taken from him at the capture as proof that Davis did not try to escape in Women's Clothing. |
People |
Davis, Jefferson |
Search Terms |
flight and capture of Jefferson Davis, 1865 Irwinville, Georgia |
Subjects |
Clothing & dress |