Makers / Maker's Age: Batchelder, Hannah (age 10)
Date Made: 1780
Origin: Beverly, MA US
School / Teacher: Sarah Stivours School
Stitches:
Embroidery Thread: Silk
Foundation Cloth: Linen
Dimensions: w x 18" h
Inscriptions:
Predominant Motif: 1 alphabet: uppercase, missing J, q not Q, s and g are backwards. Numbers 1-25. Sprays of flowers with birds. Large border across top and bottom with small saw tooth border on either side.
History of Owner: Inherited
Published in american samplers by bolton & COE, 1921No Verse: #9. 1769. Page 256