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Image of Robert Moran's wallet from when he first arrived in Seattle, ca. 1875
2006.35.160
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Robert Moran's wallet from when he first arrived in Seattle, ca. 1875

Robert Moran arrived in Seattle in 1875 with this empty wallet, but soon he became a successful shipbuilder and served as the city's mayor from 1888-1890.
ID Number: 2006.35.160
Date: Circa 1875
Creator(s): Cobb & Johnson, Manufacturer
Physical Description: 1 Wallet; leather, thread; .875 in.H x 5 in.W x 2.875 in.D
Place Made: United States of America, MASSACHUSETTS, Lancaster
Credit: MOHAI, 2006.35.160
Subjects: European American Settlement, Maritime, Politics and Politicians

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