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Depth of scallops, technique, and pattern suggests it probably dates to about 1640.
Lace edging is 3 inches deep by 58 inches. Pattern repeat is about 5 1/2 inches long.
Condition shows some wear, but thread is very lively, supple and strong.
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 | Detail of lace Note how pattern is continuous, with meandering ribbon-line design continuing from design to form the top edge.

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