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Evening mesh purse
Evening mesh purse

Evening mesh purse

Manufacturer
Retailer
Date1910-1920
Geographic OriginParis, France
MediumGold, emerald, diamond
DimensionsOverall: L 5 1/8 x W 7 3/4 in. (L 13 x W 19.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mary S. Dempsey, 1980
Object number80.43
On View
On view
Object NamePurse
Title Details
Label Caption Title Evening mesh purse
Marks and Labels/Stampsmarked twice on outer frame, and once on the frame of the divider inside, with the eagle head used by France for 18k gold; some numbers on the inside of the frame at the top center, probably maker's serial numbers.ProvenanceJulia (Mrs. Bernard M.) Shanley of Newark; Mrs. William L. DempseyExhibition History"Jewelry: From Pearls to Platinum to Plastic," Newark Museum, Newark, New Jersey (June 27, 2015-ongoing)
"Objects of Desire: 500 Years of Jewelry", Newark Museum, Newark, New Jersey (May 3, 2006 - February 10, 2008)
"Baubles, Bangles and Bling Bling: A World of Jewelry" Newark Museum, Newark, New Jersey (February 17 - May 9, 2004)

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