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Rosary belonging to John Doyle Bishop, ca. 1950-1980
Order an ImageJohn Doyle Bishop (1913-1980) operated a high-end women’s clothing store in Seattle from 1950 until his death in 1980. Bishop was a Catholic who attended St. James Cathedral and was a major donor to Seattle University. This rosary is from Rome and was found in the pocket of one of the suits Bishop donated to MOHAI. Bishop sourced designer garments from the United States and Europe for his store and was known for his expert personalized fashion advice.
ID Number: 2014.1.21
Date: Circa 1950-1980
Physical Description: 1 Rosary; metal; 18.5 in.H x 1.25 in.W
Place Made: Italy, , Rome
Credit: MOHAI, 2014.1.21