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Braid

Scope note

A narrow trimming made by a variety of techniques such as tablet weaving or braiding. It comes in a variety of fibers and weights, but is heavier than ribbon and flatter than cord.

This term has 2 records attributed within our system.

Term type

AAT
Material

Getty AAT term number

3000232186

Broader Terms used

trimming (material)

Narrower Terms used

gold braid
gimp

Created

13yrs ago

Connected records

Fan case

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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