Native American necklace

Title

Native American necklace

Identifier

2006.508

Subject

African, Oceanic & New World Cultures-North America

Description

Squash blossom necklace made from Mercury Head dimes, as squash's are dimes, ten each side, two in naja. The naja also has a single turquoise stone in the center. Strung on small silver beads.

Format

Jewelry
silver, turquoise
Overall: 24" (61 cm)

Date

circa 1940's

Files

2006.508_2.jpg

Collection

Citation

“Native American necklace,” Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum at Miami University, accessed March 28, 2024, https://miamiuniversityartmuseum.omeka.net/items/show/458.