Pair of circular Florentine mosaic studs, each feature a blue flower with two leaves inset in black glass background, metal detachable post and guard.
fasteners
glass (material)
Stud, Clothing
Stud, Clothing
"WESTS / PATENT" (Stamped)
290
Unknown
1/4 (D), 3/8 (diameter) (inches)
Gift of Miss Mary Wheelwright
1921.26ab
For more information on mosaic jewelry see: Bury, Shirley, "Jewellery, 1789-1910," (1991): 232-237; Fales, Martha Gandy, "Jewelry in America, 1600-1900," (1995): 239-245; Gere, Charlotte, "American & European Jewelry, 1830-1914," (1975): 126-128; Phillips, Clare, "Jewels and Jewelry," (2000): 74-75. For more information on cuff links and studs see Fales, Martha Gandy, "Jewelry in America, 1600-1900," (1995):178-179; Hinks, Peter, "Victorian Jewelry," (1991). Prunkl, Pete, "19th Century Antique Cufflinks," "Antique Week," September 7, 1998 - Mentions Wests Patent and gives dates.
Title c - Brooch and earrings Accession Number 1919.229 a
Title Three blouse studs Accession Number 1921.22
Title Mourning earrings Accession Number 1921.23
Title Mourning brooch Accession Number 1921.24
Title Studs Accession Number 1921.25
Title Studs Accession Number 1921.26
Title Cross pendant Accession Number 1921.27
Title Scent locket Accession Number 1921.28
Title Shoe buckles Accession Number 1922.1035
Title Indian necklace Accession Number 1922.1036
Title Brooch Accession Number 1924.27
Title Gilt metal hair comb Accession Number 1931.88.1
Title Faux pearl tiara Accession Number 1931.88.2
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