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PIN

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage


About this object

The front of the locket is carved. The locket is divided into halves by a diagonal plain stripe of gold. The bottom half with a basket weave in yellow, red and white gold. The upper half is carved deeply with sprays of leaves in a scroll like pattern. This design continues over the sides. There is a suspension ring at the top attached to the hinge. The back is cross hatched. The inside has sections for photographs.

Object name:
PIN
Made from:
Gold
Made in:
USA
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
1.4 cm (9/16 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
17.19
Class:
JEWELRY
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973