Summary
This pair of earrings were commissioned by Prue Acton from the Melbourne jeweller Marcos Davidson in 1987. They were worn by Acton with the `Dressmaker' ensemble at the 1987 Melbourne Cup. Marcos Davidson made many pieces of jewellery for Prue Acton.
Prue Acton's Melbourne Cup clothing was specially designed for her to draw attention to Australian designers and in particular her forthcoming winter range.
Physical Description
Gold plated silver earrings in the shape of a trophy cup with an earclip in the shape of a map of Australia.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Ms Prue Acton, 21 Nov 1994
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Manufacturer
Marcos Davidson, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1987
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Commissioned By
Prue Acton Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1987
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User
Prue Acton, Flemington, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1987
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Inscriptions
Hallmark stamped at the base of the trophy shape.
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Overall Dimensions
3.4 cm (Length), 8.6 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Horse Racing, Jewellery, Melbourne Cup Racing Carnival, Women's Clothing Accessories, Making History - Prue Acton
