Margaret Allen Early Band Sampler Boston, MA c. 1730 A rare early American band sampler worked by Margaret Allen probably around age 9 or 10. It is inscribed: MARGARET ALLEN BORN IVNE (JUNE) 20 1721. The alphabets use I for J and V is also used for the letter U. Margaret was born in Reading , an area in the north part of Boston township. The sampler consists of several intricately stitched bands and flowering vine motifs enhance the bottom section. Silk on linen; 9 ½" x 13" framed. $1,800 STEPHEN & CAROL HUBER (860) 388-6809 Hubers@AntiqueSamplers.com View Other Samplers