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1931

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Necklace (South Africa)

This is a necklace. It is dated 19th–early 20th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is glass beads, metal fasteners. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Gift of Sarah Cooper Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 40.6 x 7 cm (16 x 2 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Necklace (South Africa); glass beads, metal fasteners; H x W: 40.6 x 7 cm (16 x 2 3/4 in.); Gift of Sarah Cooper Hewitt; 1931-25-5-a

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Duro Olowu Selects.

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