She sells her long hair.
Della bought her husband a silver watch chain.A silver watch chain.
Della wanted to buy a Christmas present for her husband.
At the beginning of "The Gift of the Magi," Della is counting her savings to see how much money she has to buy a Christmas present for her husband, Jim. She is disappointed to find that she only has $1.87.
Della wanted to buy a Christmas present for her husband.
Della and Jim
Della's biggest treasure in "The Gift of the Magi" is her beautiful, long hair. She loves it dearly and is proud of its length and beauty. She eventually decides to sell it to buy a gift for her husband, demonstrating her selfless love for him.
Della gets $20 for her hair.
a comb for her hair.
A beautiful young girl devoted to her husband. Oh and she has a gorgeous head of hair.
when della comes home when della comes home
Della's decision to sell her hair is provoked by her desire to buy a Christmas gift for her husband, Jim. She wanted to get him something special and meaningful despite their financial constraints.
Twenty Dollars