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“V for Victory” purse

This is a "V for Victory" purse. The patch was most likely added to a pre-existing purse that happened to have a patriotic color scheme. Victory fashion became a popular way to show support for the war effort during World War 2. There was "V for Victory" pins, jewelry, posters, hats and even purses.

Collection of Jennifer Whitehair

Details

Date: 1940's

Materials: Textile

Provenance: Unknown

Designer/Maker: Unknown

Markings: Unknown

Dimensions: Unknown

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