Cape

Object number2010.75.44
Mediumwool; various metals
Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation
DescriptionBlue wool cape. Four buttons across chest with two straps. Gold embroidered text on both ends of collar. Metal chain for hanging purposes on inside collar. Hood in front of collar. Lined in red wool. Embroidered label inside back with three separate embroidered tags attached to its bottom. Inner pocket on proper left.Dimensions31.5 x 20.5 in. (80 x 52.1 cm)
InscriptionsGold embroidery on both ends of collar: "N.C.H.".
MarksEmbroidered label inside back has text "NURSE'S APPAREL / Bruck's / TAILORED BY / BRUCK'S NURSES OUTFITTING CO. INC."; label has three separate embroidered tags attached to its bottom with text "N." ; "E." ; "C."
Historical NotesPart of a collection that documents the contributions of Catholic orders to healthcare in Western Pennsylvania. The collection was originally on display at Slippery Rock University as an exhibition titled, "Sisters in Healthcare: Sixteen Communities of Religious Sisters in Western PA, 1847-1969." With this collection, the History Center has the largest collection of Pre-Vatican II habits in the United States. Many of the long-standing healthcare facilities in the region were started by the Sisters including Mercy Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and many others.
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Cape
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1847-1969
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