- Created by
- Smith, Art, American, 1917 - 1982
- Date
- ca. 1957
- Medium
- sterling silver
- Dimensions
- H x W x D: 3 × 3 × 3/4 in. (7.6 × 7.6 × 1.9 cm)
- Description
- This is the “Magic bracelet” designed and created by jeweler Art Smith. The bracelet is a single piece of sterling silver wire twisted to create the illusion of two interlocking bands with alternating round and flat surfaces. The ring has two hallmarks on flattened sides, Smith’s signature [Art Smith] and [STERLING].
- Classification
- Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
- Jewelry and Adornment
- Type
- bracelets (jewelry)
- Topic
- Art
- Craftsmanship
- Fashion
- Fashion design
- Credit Line
- Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Russell
- Object number
- 2023.12.1
- Restrictions & Rights
- © Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.




