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Chatelaine 

Date: 1700–1940 Culture: American 

Medium: silver Dimensions: [no dimensions available] 

Location: The MET

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“ A chatelaine is a decorative belt hook or clasp worn at the waist with a series of chains suspended from it. Each chain is mounted with useful household appendages such as scissors, thimbles, watches, keys, vinaigrette, and household seals. “