Bracelet

Details

Descriptive Terms

bracelets (jewelry)
sterling silver
quartz (mineral)
silver (metal)
Bracelet

Label

It was not until the twentieth century that women could pursue significant opportunities in the traditionally restricted fields of jewelry design and production. In Massachusetts Italian-born sisters Delfina Parenti and Zoe Parenti Borghi led the way, operating jewelry galleries in Boston, Osterville, and Gloucester where they designed and sold their wares. A 1941 Vogue article featured the “Misses Parenti,” emphasizing their love of aquamarines, moonstones, and silver work in both antique and contemporary styles. The Parenti sisters maintained their Boston gallery until 1973.

Inscription

"STERLING" (Hallmark)

Additional Identification Number

463

Maker

Parenti (Jeweler)

Location of Origin

Boston, Massachusetts, United States, New England

Dimensions

7/16 x 1/4 (WxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Barbara Wriston

Accession Number

2004.14.5

Places

Massachusetts (United States)
Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

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