Four arcaded pattern bands above the inscription and alphabets A through M in block letter style. This short band sampler could be American circa 1695, possibly worked by Margaret, youngest and favourite daughter of William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania.

After the name "Richard Penn" is the beginning of another name "MAR" which could be Margaret Penn, sister to Richard Penn, both of them children of William Penn. Richard and Margaret, favourites of their father, were his two youngest children.

This sampler is suitable for all levels.

Linen count and finished size: 35 count, 8"x9-1/4". Kit contains, fabric, silk or cotton thread, needle and instructions.

Stitches: Cross, Montenegrin cross, running, and double running

This piece is sourced from the original which belongs to The Scarlet Letter. You can view the original below.