Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1820-1823
Object Number:
PR.221.44
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Clasp/ornament fragment
Object Number:
INV.4980
Date:
1800-1880
Medium:
Metal, hair, glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 5/8 x 5/8 x 1/4 in. ( 1.6 x 1.6 x 0.6 cm )
Description:
Fragment of central portion of jewelry clasp, with gold and dark brown hair worked in a Turk's knot under glass oculus, hinges and clasp fastener extant.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
