Seed Pearl Necklace and Bracelets

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Keckley mentions the pearl jewelry as being worn at the Inaugural ball. Reports of the big 1862 ball also mention pearl jewelry. Then reports turn to mourning jewelry, and the pearl jewelry doesn't resurface until January 1865. My guess is they are going with the idea Lincoln bought it for her after Willie died, which is one of those stories that floats around. I don't know if there is any actual record of the purchase date or actual purchaser.