Collection Highlights
American Ornithology; or The Natural History of the Birds of the United States
Date:
1880
Object Number:
LIB.Y1808.W
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Bracelet
Object Number:
INV.12526
Date:
1825-1900
Medium:
Gold, shell
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 3/8 x 3 x 1 5/8 in. ( 3.5 x 7.6 x 4.1 cm )
Description:
Gold bracelet of hinged flat links set with three carved shell cameo-style busts in high relief, and clasp fastener; the busts depict three women in Grecian style and are held together with circular links; the band has rinceau design from shells to clasps.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
