Bates and Durrett Families
Miniature portrait of Caleb Bates. On the reverse is a photograph of his granddaughter, Florence Montgomery Durrett (1863-1869), who died at the age of 6.
Mourning quilt created by Elizabeth H. Bates Durrett (1831-1889), who lost one daughter, Florence Montgomery Durrett (1863-1869) at age six and a second daughter, Lily Bates Durrett (1859-1881) at the age of 21. The quilt was made of material from her daughters' clothing. See also miniature of Lily.
Large jet cross with floral relief and linked chain worn by Elizabeth H. Bates Durrett (1831-1889).