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Pair of Earrings

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1930-1954

GUSN

GUSN-271967

Description

Each earring in this pair is made from a large pear-shaped faux pearl drop finished at top and bottom by a filigree rosette and suspended from a round faux pearl button. The earrings attach to the ears with screws.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pendant earrings
white metal
faux finish
pearl (animal material)
Earring

Additional Identification Number

1984.1392.1-.2

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

American (use)

Dimensions

1 1/4 x 3/4 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Ise Gropius

Accession Number

1984.1392AB

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