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Emery cushions

Scope note

Small cushions, often shaped like strawberries, filled with emery powder and used to keep sewing needles rust free and sharp.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300023446

Broader Terms used

<sewing tools and equipment>

Equivalent Terms used

emery cushion

Created

13yrs ago

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