Gift of Maria and Roger Rogers 2015.62.12 (c) 2016 Connecticut Historical Society

Cross pendant

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Julia Wightman Starr American, 1846 - 1944

MediumRosewood (?) and copper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 1 1/8 x 1/2 x 1/8in. (2.9 x 1.3 x 0.3cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Roger M. and Maria C. Rogers

DescriptionDiminutive cross made from one piece of wood, each end capped with incised copper caps. At one end, a copper ring has been attached and another ring threaded through. Reportedly worn by Julia Wightman Jerome on her watch chain. Came from the donor in a box marked C.C. Bliss, Jeweler, Norwich, Ct. along with the ring.

Object number2015.62.11

NotesWorn by Julia on her watch chain according to her daughter.

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