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Although pockets were attached to boys & men's clothing in the early 19th century, women and girls had to tie theirs on around their waists before putting on their gowns. There were slits in the sides of a gown so that a woman could get to her pocket. Pockets often contained personal or valuable things and so were worn hidden from sight. The cotton calico material of this pocket was made in a water-powered mill in the United States, but in the 18th century, most material was shipped to America from Britain.

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