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1983

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Brooch (possibly France), 19th century

This is a brooch. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1983. Its medium is amethyst, rose-cut diamond. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. It is credited Gift from the Thomas W. Evans Collection from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.

Its dimensions are

Overall: 3.7 x 4.5 x 2 cm (1 7/16 x 1 3/4 x 13/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Brooch (possibly France), 19th century; amethyst, rose-cut diamond; Overall: 3.7 x 4.5 x 2 cm (1 7/16 x 1 3/4 x 13/16 in.); Gift from the Thomas W. Evans Collection from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine; 1983-69-2

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