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
Jewelry and 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
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd525ea2865-0e78-4ac5-9258-6fb6e604ed6c

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