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Jones, Molley (age 9)

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Maker
Jones, Molley (age 9)
Date made
1781
Origin
Hull, MA US
Stitches
Cross
In Bolton & Co.
No
Foundation Cloth
Linen
Predominent Motif
No additional decoration other than inscription
Inscription
MOLLEY JONES IS MY NAME / AMERICA IS MY STATION / Hull is my Dwelling Place / AND Christ is my salvation / I am 9 year old was Born OC 7 1 7 7 2 //
Length Without Frame
12.8"
Width Without Frame
6.7"
Original Frame
Unframed
Historical Owner
Gift of Mrs. E.J. Bullard
Owner
Museum of Ventura County, Ventura, CA