Collection Highlights
Brandywine bowl (brandewijnkom)
Date:
ca. 1700
Object Number:
1911.38
Medium:
Silver
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Charm / pendant
Object Number:
1939.497
Date:
1860-1939
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 1 in. ( 7 x 2.5 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on obverse: "G"
Description:
Silver charm (or pendant) in the form of a miniature trowel; sunburst engraving surrounds engraved letter 'G'; round silver bail attachment.
Gallery Label:
This pendant is probably a piece of Masonic jewelry.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Augustus Van Horne Ellis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
