Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pair of earrings
Object Number:
1933.92ab
Date:
1840-1895
Medium:
Jet, metal, enamel
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 x 1 x 3/8 in. ( 5.1 x 2.5 x 1 cm )
Description:
Pair of earrings in starburst/flower design, set with faceted jet in concentric layers, surmounted by similar element in fringed design; some jet stones broken; each element glued to black enameled plaque; gold ear wires.
Credit Line:
Gift of Isabella Vaché Cox
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
