Adjustable embroidery scissors
Scissors
TEXTILE WORKING EQUIPMENTUSA
metal
overall: 4-7/8 x 1-7/8 in.
Scissors; Adjustable embroidery scissors; from the collection of Captain Richard C. Mears (1829-1899); small scissors, most likely used for embroidery or sewing; small adjustable knob on the side that can rotate and lock the scissors at a point where they can only open and shut a certain amount; engraved on one side "Clauss/ U.S.A."
2005.34.435