1772 Alphabet Sampler on Linen with Hearts and Crowns rectangular Pieces measure 1 5/8" l

Pieces measure 1 5/8" l x 13/16" w x 1/2" thick

7 1/4" l x 4 1/2" t x 3 1/16" d

The bottom end of the mount has been bent inside of a steel U-shaped base

and a little wear to the stain on the handle around the hole

with feathery trees on either side

1772 Alphabet Sampler on Linen with Hearts and Crowns rectangular Pieces measure 1 5/8" lThere is a bit of loss the the needlepoint embroidery on this antique sampler, but my goodness, it dates from 1772! I love to have anything in my hands that was made before the American Revolution, and though not every letter and number is easy to read, the overall color is very good and still really pops, and it is quite a nicely sized sampler, too. I especially love the hearts in the bottom corners and crowns just above them, and then what looks to