Created by
Unidentified
Worn by
DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
Date
mid 20th century
Medium
metal, rhinestones, and glass beads
Dimensions
H x W (each): 3 3/4 × 2 in. (9.5 × 5.1 cm)
Description
Pair of green bead and rhinestone chandelier earrings worn by Ophelia DeVore. At the top of each earring is a metal hook for attaching through the pierced ear. Below it is a large round faceted green bead that sits atop a row of faceted clear rhinestones with flat tops. These sit above a convex filigree metal round disc. Below the center of the disc is a small ball covered in small clear rhinestones with a chain dangling from it that ends in a large ball covered in small clear rhinestones. Hanging from the rim of the disc are five (5) medium sized balls covered in small clear rhinestones with a tear drop shaped green faceted bead hanging from them. The green beads are shorter than the large ball hanging from the chain at the bottom center of the disc.
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
pierced earrings
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
2011.25.5.2ab
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5d5f2c903-155d-46c4-a01a-6a5b5b4dba87

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