Created by
Unidentified
Worn by
DeVore, Ophelia, American, 1922 - 2014
Date
mid 20th century
Medium
metal, rhinestones, and glass
Dimensions
H x W x D: 2 3/16 x 1 3/4 x 1/2 in. (5.6 x 4.4 x 1.3 cm)
Description
Green faux chatoyant and clear rhinestone brooch worn by Ophelia DeVore. The brooch is oblong with two (2) large round green glass beads resembling chatoyant gems at the center surrounded by circles of small faceted clear rhinestones. They are set higher than the surrounding elements, which consist of eight (8) of the green beads also surrounded by circles of small faceted clear rhinestones. All are in a single silver toned metal setting with a safety clasp on the reverse. The word "AUSTRIA" is engraved on the reverse into the metal setting.
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
brooches
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
2011.25.5.4
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c59ffdfc-3075-4a6e-895f-fdf8fc98f5a1

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