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Friday, September 28, 2012

What can you find out from heirlooms?

 

Toys and other collectibles:
Memorabilia can remind us of what was popular and the attitudes of the times. What did grandma play with?

Jewelry, silver and metalwork:
These items can signify social status, or they may be engraved with names or initials and dates. Sometimes these are given as awards, or may signify  an important event such as a birth or marriage.

Clothing:
A wedding dress or military uniform can show you your ancestor's size. Were they tall, thin, plump or short?

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