Collection Highlights
Miscegenation: the theory of the blending of the races, applied to the American white man and negro..
Date:
1864
Object Number:
LIB.E185.62.C76.1864
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Brooch
Object Number:
INV.8312
Date:
1825-1875
Medium:
Metal, hair, glass
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 x 1 1/2 x 1/4 in. ( 5.1 x 3.8 x 0.6 cm )
Description:
Oval mourning brooch comprising glass compartment containing braided brown hair on bed of blond hair; metal frame of brooch chased with scrolling designs; pin attachment.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
