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Necklace

DateLast quarter 18th c.

Formerly attributed to Marquette Hastier

OriginAmerica, New York (possibly)

MediumCoral; gold

DimensionsOL: 17 1/2"; Clasp: 1" x 3/4"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1955-38

DescriptionNecklace: four strands of corals with elongated octagonal gold clasp chased in pattern of flower basket within a bright-cut border.
MarkingsOn back of clasp: MH conjoined in rectangle.
ProvenanceBelonged to the Suydam family of Northern New Jersey.
Vendor: Mr. Leon F. S. Stark, Philadelphia