2 Inuit boots (1 pair) bought from etsy: "Gold Dust In Our Hands" in Brighton. Both boots are made of animal, most likely seal skin, and a wool lining with an embroidered top. Decoration inlcudes a red, pink,yellow and blue pom pom drawstring. These boots came from the estate of a British woman who worked as a nurse in Canada during 1940s and 50s. They were a gift for her service.
boots (clothing: outerwear)
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