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    Jar for Carol's Daughter Healthy Hair Butter

    Manufactured by
    Carol's Daughter, American, founded 1993
    Date
    ca. 2014
    On View
    Culture/Fourth Floor, 4 050
    Exhibition
    Cultural Expressions
    Medium
    ink on paper on plastic with adhesive
    Dimensions
    3 1/8 × 2 13/16 × 2 13/16 in. (7.9 × 7.1 × 7.1 cm)
    Description
    A round, plastic hair cream container for Carol's Daughter Healthy Hair Butter. The container has clear body (2014.269a) with a black round lid (2014.269b). The container body has a light tan label with the name of the product in green and black text in differing fonts [Carol’s Daughter / HEALTHY / HAIR BUTTER / protective cream / hairdress / 8.0 oz/226g] between two brown, framing lines at the top and bottom of the label. The rest of the label is written in mostly brown text with some green text and accents that lists product information, product uses, benefits, and manufacturer contact information. On the bottom of the container in the center is printed text in black ink that reads [1416890A]. In the center of the top of the lid is a gray graphic of a flower with text centered around it that reads [MADE WITH LOVE ? BEAUTY BY NATURE ?].
    Place made
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    conditioner
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Hair
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2014.269ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd523db1dd4-1531-4054-98bf-1d8236582256
  • Ring of the Grand Basileus of Omega Psi Phi fraternity with storage pouch

    Manufactured by
    Fourteen Karat Plus, Inc., American, founded 1988
    Subject of
    Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., American, founded 1911
    Date
    after 1988
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    ring: gold with amethyst and diamond;
    pouch: leather with metal and plastic
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (ring): 1 1/4 × 1 × 7/8 in. (3.2 × 2.5 × 2.2 cm)
    H x W x D (pouch): 4 1/2 × 3 1/2 × 3/8 in. (11.4 × 8.9 × 1 cm)
    Description
    2015.102.1.1: This is a gold ring with thick band, the Official Ring of the International President, Grand Basileus, of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The center of ring top has an amethyst rectangle with rounded edges with a gold 8-point star at the center, with each point having a small inlaid diamond, with a larger inlaid diamond at the center. Around the edge in relief gold lettering reads "GRAND BASILEUS" around the top and "OMEGA PSI PHI" along the bottom, with dots between the two phrases. On both the PL and PR side, in relief, is a depiction of the Omega Psi Phi fraternity shield; a shield with a five-point star, "O ? F]" with a genie-like lamp at the bottom, surrounded by dotted border, with two crossing swords behind, the bust of a set of armor at the top, all surrounded by a wreath. The initials “A.R." and "F.K. +10k" is etched onto the interior of the ring.
    2015.102.1.2: A beige leather pouch, meant to hold the Grand Basileus Omega Psi Phi ring. This is a rectangular pouch with a top flap secured with a central beige plastic topped metal button. In dark red type the words "Fourteen Karat Plus, Inc." is typed on the bottom of the front, center.
    Place used
    Rochester, Monroe County, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    signet rings
    Topic
    Fraternities
    Humanitarianism
    Men
    Social reform
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Andrew A. Ray
    Object number
    2015.102.1.1-.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5032195e8-d45f-4574-9abe-dfefe0c9582a
  • Pendant for the Order of the Eastern Star

    Owned by
    Gates, Annie Maude, American, 1911 - 2010
    Gates, Barbara, American
    Subject of
    Order of the Eastern Star, American, founded 1850
    Date
    ca.1940
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    metal, ceramic and resin
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 2 × 2 × 1/2 in. (5.1 × 5.1 × 1.3 cm)
    Description
    A circular metal pendant with a ceramic center. A metal faux gold border resembling a chain link with individual leaves angled toward the right encircles the ceramic center. The ceramic center has a 5-point star outlined in black at its center, with each point/triangle a different color (red, green, white, blue, and yellow). Each triangle/point depicts a black ink symbol within the triangle. In the center of the star is a pentagon in black with a white representation of a podium and book. There is a loop (clasp) on the reverse of the pendant, but no chain is currently attached.
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    pendants (jewelry)
    Topic
    Communities
    Freemasonry
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift in Memory of Annie M. and Otis A. Gates, Jr.
    Object number
    2015.70
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5ce4f97df-de4f-48a7-9369-f0ea5d849a55
  • The Links Foundation Pin

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    The Links Foundation, Inc., American, founded 1979
    Date
    post 1951
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    silver
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 1 1/2 × 1 1/2 × 1/4 in. (3.8 × 3.8 × 0.6 cm)
    Description
    A round pin of silver. The pin front has a large, central, cursive capital "L". On the horizontal portion of the "L" are three (3) roses. The pin back has a horizontal pin bar fastener at the top. On the back of the pin at the bottom is impressed text: [K+STERLING].
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    pins (jewelry)
    Topic
    Associations and institutions
    Communities
    Education
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of The Links Foundation, Inc.
    Object number
    2015.230ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5aae3d766-b488-41a4-a3e6-40ab9e4c5b2b
  • Pin for Delta Sigma Theta sorority

    Manufactured by
    Unidentified
    Subject of
    Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, American, founded 1913
    Date
    ca. 1990
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 050
    Exhibition
    Making a Way Out of No Way
    Medium
    metal, plastic
    Dimensions
    1/2 × 3/4 × 9/16 in. (1.3 × 1.9 × 1.4 cm)
    Description
    A gold--tone Delta Sigma Theta Sorority pin. The pin is molded in the Greek letters [? S T] with the letters slightly staggered. The S symbol has (9) small white plastic pearls embedded in the metal. The pin back is a jewelry clutch, or a tie tack back, in style.
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    pins (jewelry)
    Topic
    Sororities
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
    Object number
    2014.85.1ab
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5ac7325eb-bdcb-4a57-ac8f-3e37ff5ea000
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    Pocket watch likely carried by Matthew Henson in 1908-1909 Arctic expedition

    Manufactured by
    American Watch Company, American, 1850 - 1957
    Used by
    Henson, Matthew A., American, 1866 - 1955
    Subject of
    Henson, Matthew A., American, 1866 - 1955
    Peary, Robert E., American, 1856 - 1920
    Date
    1888-1889; inscribed 1908 or 1909
    Medium
    nickel , metal and glass
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 3 1/4 × 2 1/4 × 3/4 in. (8.3 × 5.7 × 1.9 cm)
    Caption
    An engraved watch that is believed to be the watch carried by Matthew Henson (1866-1955) on his exploration of the North Pole along with Adm. Robert E. Peary from July 6, 1908 to April 23, 1909. Henson is an iconic figure among American pioneering explorers. During the 1908-09 expedition led by Admiral Peary (whom he assisted on several Arctic expeditions over a 20-year period), Henson became the first man to reach the North Pole. For his achievements, Henson received the Congressional Medal of Honor in 1944. In 2000, the National Geographic Society awarded Henson the Hubbard Metal – its highest award.
    Description
    This pocket watch belonged to Matthew Henson and is engraved with his initials. The watch is silver in color and the words [R.E. PEARY / NORTH POLE / EXPEDITION / 1908] are engraved on the front in an Edwardian style. Henson's initials [M.A. HENSON] are engraved on the side. The watch has a white face with black hands and roman numerals. The watchmaker's name [Am. Watch Co. / WALTHAM] is printed in the top center of the face. The inside of the watch is engraved with the watchmaker's name [American Waltham Watch Co.] and the serial number [3639616].
    Place used
    North Pole, Arctic
    Greenland, Cape Morris Jessup, North and Central America
    Place made
    Waltham, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Adornment
    Tools and Equipment-Personal use
    Type
    pocket watches
    Topic
    Men
    Nature
    Science
    Technology
    U.S. History, 1865-1921
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2017.31
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51a84fae9-5904-4016-9333-4959ae6961ab
  • Signet ring with Ku Klux Klan insignia

    Manufactured by
    E. M. Company
    Subject of
    Ku Klux Klan, 2nd, American, 1915 - 1944
    Date
    1920s
    Medium
    metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 13/16 × 11/16 × 11/16 in. (2 × 1.8 × 1.8 cm)
    Description
    A gold signet ring with a blank face and an eagle on each shoulder. The eagles are clutching olive branches and arrows. They have their wings outstretched, and they have their heads looking to the left. Above each eagle is a horizontal row of three stars near the head of the ring. Three additional vertical rows of stars are below the eagles along the band of the ring. Engraved on the inside of the band of the ring is “14K GOLD SHELL” and “E.M.CO.”
    Statement
    Objects depicting symbols of hate or related to organized hate groups may be offensive and disturbing, but the NMAAHC aims to include them in the Collection to present and preserve the historical context in which they were created and used. Objects of this type provide an important historical record from which to study and evaluate history and culture.
    Place used
    United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    finger rings
    Topic
    Fraternal organizations
    U.S. History, 1919-1933
    White supremacy movements
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Anonymous Gift
    Object number
    2013.231.9
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b9e903c4-ef11-4723-a7d9-4e12443e485d
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    Cosmetic powder puff from Mae's Millinery Shop

    Manufactured by
    Prince Matchabelli Inc., founded 1926
    Owned by
    Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
    Subject of
    Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
    Date
    1941-1994
    On View
    Community/Third Floor, 3 051
    Exhibition
    Power of Place
    Medium
    synthetic fiber and foam
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 2 1/2 x 3/8 in. (6.4 x 1 cm)
    Description
    A pink circular powder puff made from two layers of faux fur filled with soft foam and found in 2010.6.54.1ab.
    Place collected
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    powder puffs
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift from Mae Reeves and her children, Donna Limerick and William Mincey, Jr.
    Object number
    2010.6.54.5
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5659d81a7-602e-4a49-a349-7718ad0440dd
  • Rhinestone drip necklace worn by Ophelia DeVore

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Worn by
    DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
    Date
    mid 20th century
    Medium
    rhinestones and metal
    Dimensions
    H x W: 41 1/2 x 3/8 in. (105.4 x 1 cm)
    Description
    A rhinestone drip necklace worn by Ophelia DeVore. The necklace is made from three long strands of small square silver settings with clear faceted rhinestones. The three strands are connected to each other at the center, but not at the ends. The necklace does not close, but is worn with the connected center at the back neck and the loose strands dangling in front.
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    necklaces
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Ophelia DeVore
    Object number
    2011.25.6.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd525ea2865-0e78-4ac5-9258-6fb6e604ed6c
  • Large rhinestone and silver metal ring from Mae's Millinery Shop

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
    Subject of
    Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
    Date
    1941-1994
    Medium
    metal and rhinestones
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 1 x 3 3/8 x 3 1/2 in. (2.5 x 8.6 x 8.9 cm)
    Description
    Large ring from Mae's Millinery Shop featuring clear rhinestones set in silver metal with a silver metal ring on the back. The design is a stylized floral shape with square and marquise cut stones. A floral vine motif is engraved onto the ring portion, which is adjustable as it is not a closed loop.
    Place collected
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    finger rings
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2013.213.11.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd53d71b662-a83e-48d5-9fbb-73da52acbf3c
  • Cobalt blue European glass trade beads

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Date
    ca. 17th century
    On View
    Concourse 3, C3 053
    Exhibition
    Slavery and Freedom
    Medium
    glass, natural fiber
    Dimensions
    14 1/4 × 10 1/2 × 1 in. (36.2 × 26.7 × 2.5 cm)
    Description
    Strand of blue glass beads strung on natural fiber. Beads are of various shades of blue and various shape. Beads are drilled through center and strung on natural fiber string.
    Place used
    West Africa, Africa
    Classification
    Slavery and Freedom Objects
    Adornment
    Coins and Currency
    Type
    trade beads
    money
    Topic
    Africa
    Beauty culture
    Clothing and dress
    Commerce
    Slavery
    Trans Atlantic slave trade
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Oprah Winfrey
    Object number
    2014.312.30
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50fb580ed-247f-45f0-a013-9617e077801d
  • Pin with green and pink rhinestones from Mae's Millinery Shop

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
    Subject of
    Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
    Date
    1941-1994
    Medium
    metal and rhinestones
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 2 x 2 x 3/4 in. (5.1 x 5.1 x 1.9 cm)
    Description
    Circular floral pin with green and pink rhinestones from Mae's Millinery Shop. The center is a large round faceted light pink rhinestone, with a row of smaller round faceted light green rhinestones, and the final outer row of dark green round faceted rhinestones. A pinback clasp is attached to the reverse.
    Place collected
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    pins (jewelry)
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Donna Limerick
    Object number
    2016.48.69
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b2c31340-2e93-456d-b7ea-b1d6d927c342
  • Amber rhinestone bracelet from Mae's Millinery Shop

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Owned by
    Reeves, Mae, American, 1912 - 2016
    Subject of
    Mae's Millinery Shop, American, 1941 - 1994
    Date
    1941-1994
    Medium
    metal and rhinestones
    Dimensions
    H x W: 1 x 6 3/4 in. (2.5 x 17.1 cm)
    Description
    Amber rhinestone bracelet from Mae's Millinery Shop. The bracelet consists of three (3) rows of small amber rhinestones set into interlocked metal. Two (2) large teardrop faceted amber rhinestones are placed near the center of the bracelet, each rimmed in one row of the small rhinestones. The bracelet fastens with a metal buckle.
    Place collected
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    Mae's Millinery Shop Collection
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    bracelets (jewelry)
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Business
    Clothing and dress
    Fashion
    Women
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Donna Limerick
    Object number
    2016.48.78.1
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd53300126f-008f-41c3-a4f5-80f8ed8428c4
  • Tie chain for Ain't Misbehavin' costume worn by André De Shields

    Worn by
    De Shields, André, American, born 1946
    Date
    1982
    Medium
    metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 2 1/8 × 1 1/2 in. (5.4 × 3.8 cm)
    Description
    Tie chain from Ain't Misbehavin' costume ensemble for Act I worn by André De Shields during the 1982 NBC TV special. The tie chain bar is straight metal that ends in two hexagonal beads. A chain is connected to both ends of the bar forming a loop that is loose and can move.
    Place used
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Classification
    Clothing-Costume
    Adornment
    Type
    tie clasps
    Topic
    Actors
    Broadway Theatre
    Clothing and dress
    Costume
    Entertainers
    Musical Theatre
    Television
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of André De Shields
    Object number
    2018.1.1.5.2
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5f77e138b-1187-4a00-819f-1971f03d5be9
  • Necklace from the Acapulco Black Film Festival

    Subject of
    American Black Film Festival, American, founded 1997
    Date
    2000
    Medium
    sterling silver
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (Overall): 11 7/16 × 1 1/16 × 1/4 in. (29 × 2.7 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D (2019.55.5a): 1 11/16 × 1 1/16 × 1/4 in. (4.3 × 2.7 × 0.6 cm)
    L x W (2019.55.5b): 20 3/16 × 3/16 in. (51.2 × 0.5 cm)
    Description
    A sterling silver pendant (2019.55.5a) with chain (2019.55.5b) from the Acapulco Black Film Festival (ABFF) held in 2000.
    2019.55.5a: The pendent is oval shaped and depicts a cutout of the ABFF logo. The ABFF logo resembles a stylized half rayed-sun with a half of an eye at the center and a film strip at the bottom. The year of the festival is printed in molded text on the film strip that reads [2000]. The back of the pendant is smooth with a single stamp that reads [[S]TERLI[NG]].
    2019.55.5b: The chain is a twenty (20) inch, sterling silver, rope chain. Stamped on each end of the chain is the text [925/ ITALY and Az].
    Place used
    Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, Mexico, Latin America, North and Central America
    Place made
    Mexico, Latin America, North and Central America
    Italy, Europe
    Classification
    Adornment
    Memorabilia and Ephemera
    Type
    necklaces
    Topic
    Film
    Holidays and festivals
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Jeff and Nicole Friday
    Object number
    2019.55.5ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    Unknown - Restrictions Possible
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd51a3fae61-b43c-4e0f-aebc-8856b614b787
  • CC0 Creative Commons - No Rights Reserved icon

    Bakelite powder box lid from dresser set owned by Lena Horne

    Created by
    Agalin, French
    Used by
    Horne, Lena, American, 1917 - 2010
    Date
    mid 20th Century
    Medium
    Bakelite (TM)
    Dimensions
    Diameter: 4 7/8 x 1 in. (12.4 x 2.5 cm)
    Description
    The lid (2011.27.2.11b) for a powder box (2011.27.2.11a). The lid is made of semi-translucent orange Bakelite plastic and is circular with a cylindrical handle on its top. In addition, it has black and gold colored embellishments in the art deco style.
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    lids
    Topic
    Actors
    Singers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2011.27.2.11b
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5b536bf3e-168c-46cb-81a1-d14977b00fc5
  • Cuff links worn by Cab Calloway

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Worn by
    Calloway, Cab, American, 1907 - 1994
    Date
    mid 20th-late 20th century
    Medium
    onyx and metal
    Dimensions
    H x W x D (each, flat): 5/8 × 5/8 × 1 1/8 in. (1.6 × 1.6 × 2.9 cm)
    H x W x D (each, clipped): 5/8 × 5/8 × 3/4 in. (1.6 × 1.6 × 1.9 cm)
    Description
    A pair of cuff links with a round, flat onyx cap framed in gold metal and a gold bar and clip.
    Classification
    Clothing-Costume
    Adornment
    Type
    cuff links
    Topic
    Beauty culture
    Clothing and dress
    Conductors (Musicians)
    Costume
    Dance
    Jazz (Music)
    Singers (Musicians)
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Cabella Calloway Langsam
    Object number
    2013.237.4.5ab
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    CC0
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5a2d06f4f-f644-4eab-a769-8908b0ece45a
  • String of small coral beads

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Date
    1800-1968
    On View
    Concourse 3, C3 053
    Exhibition
    Slavery and Freedom
    Medium
    coral on string (fiber product)
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 24 × 3/8 × 1/4 in. (61 × 1 × 0.6 cm)
    H x W x D: 1/2 × 5/16 × 1/4 in. (1.3 × 0.8 × 0.6 cm) individual beads
    Description
    Strand of small, oblong-shaped beads made of red coral. The beads have a uniform color and several are chipped or cracked from wear.
    Place used
    West Africa, Africa
    Collection title
    William & Mattye Reed Family Collection
    Classification
    Slavery and Freedom Objects
    Adornment
    Coins and Currency
    Type
    beads
    money
    Topic
    Africa
    Beauty culture
    Clothing and dress
    Commerce
    Slavery
    Trans Atlantic slave trade
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Family of William & Mattye Reed
    Object number
    2014.182.72
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd511076778-54e1-4341-bdfe-527a762a1b45
  • Venetian glass trade beads

    Created by
    Unidentified
    Date
    late 19th century
    Medium
    Venetian glass, cotton
    Dimensions
    11 × 7 1/2 × 5/16 in. (27.9 × 19.1 × 0.8 cm)
    Description
    Strand of white, semi-translucent glass beads strung on natural fiber. Beads are spherical and have a hole drilled through center. Beads are roughly the same size and shape. Several beads have white lines etched into exterior.
    Place used
    West Africa, Africa
    Classification
    Slavery and Freedom Objects
    Adornment
    Coins and Currency
    Type
    trade beads
    money
    Topic
    Africa
    Beauty culture
    Clothing and dress
    Commerce
    Slavery
    Trans Atlantic slave trade
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Oprah Winfrey
    Object number
    2014.312.37
    Restrictions & Rights
    No Known Copyright Restrictions
    Usage
    Not determined
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5bfbc4846-5dec-45c3-baa7-4353d8b12e1a
  • "Three Hole" brass cuff by Art Smith

    Designed by
    Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
    Owned by
    Williams, Anne, American, born 1924
    Signed by
    Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
    Date
    1946-1979
    Medium
    brass
    Dimensions
    H x W x D: 3 × 2 1/2 × 2 in. (7.6 × 6.4 × 5.1 cm)
    Description
    A brass cuff with three holes. There is an opening on the back where it goes over the wrist. The "holes" are curved openings with pointed ends that stick out. The design is not symmetrical. There are two holes on the top and one on the bottom. The holes are textured. The insides are rippled and the designs around the outside of the holes are crackled. The cuff has an uneven color and minor scratches. The inside of the cuff is a darker color and has Art Smith's signature carved into it.
    Place made
    New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
    Collection title
    Art Smith Jewelry Collection
    Classification
    Adornment
    Type
    bracelets (jewelry)
    Topic
    Art
    Craftsmanship
    Design
    Fashion
    Ornamentation
    Credit Line
    Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
    Object number
    2016.174.3
    Restrictions & Rights
    © Estate of Art Smith
    Usage
    Usage conditions apply
    GUID
    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50a10fcfb-e28f-491d-a475-5f321da62da1

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