1779 Ann Appleton Framed Needlework Sampler

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18th Century framed needlepoint sampler featuring rows of the alphabet, numeric sequences, and a verse reading ‘During the Time of Life allotted to me, Grant me good God my Health and Liberty’ followed by “Ann Appleton aged ten years 1779”. The sampler is housed in a rectangular wooden frame with a gold inner border. The back shows a hanging wire for display. The item has wear consistent with age and use. | Please see photos for additional details. | Dimensions: 11 x 12.375 in | Weight: 1.8 lbs

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1779 Ann Appleton Framed Needlework Sampler

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