Jewellery
Object
Jewellery
Production date
c. 1997
Object number
1997.150
Physical Description
This long necklace with heart-shaped and round decorative pieces is representative of what a bride would wear in India. The red and white cord attached to the chain is for securing it around the neck. Jewellery is a very important part of a woman's dowry in Indian weddings and is usually made of high quality gold. This piece is a copy, purchased for the museum by members of the Factory Community Centre Asian Women's Group.
Associated Place
Material
Metals
Dimension
Height (Whole): 430mm
Width (Whole): 380mm
Width (Whole): 380mm
On display?
Yes