Created by
Unidentified
Worn by
DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
Date
1959
Medium
rhinestones, metal
Dimensions
H x W (each): 5/8 × 5/8 in. (1.6 × 1.6 cm)
Description
Pair of round rhinestone clip-on earrings worn by Ophelia DeVore. Each earring features a large clear faceted rhinestone in the center of a pewter colored metal setting. The edges of the setting have deep thin grooves around them. A hinged pressure clip is attached to the back of each earring.
Place used
Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
ear clips
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
2011.25.3.3ab
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd58b6c79cd-3196-43cb-8ded-71ffdf2a0655

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