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Headdress

MediumMetal, gem stones, glass
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. R.H. Holcomb
Object number1970.18.32
DescriptionMongolian bride's headdress of silver encrusted with turquoise and coral. Silver braid appliqued in all over design of Chinese knots and scrolls. Top has placque in opening set with oval coral. Two side flaps on hinges. Two smaller plaques on rings with three strands of red beads. Hinged long piece over forehead.
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Collections
Necklace
SOUTHERN CHILE
early 20th century, maybe
Raven headdress
Tony Hunt Jr.
2001
Purse
c. 1930
Wedding dress
KOREA
Purchased 1927
Hat
China
19th century, maybe
Watch
FRENCH(DELOMET BORDEAUX 1687)
1810-1820
Necklace
SOUTHERN CHILE
early 20th century, maybe