Summary
This pair of earrings were commissioned by Prue Acton from the Melbourne jeweller Marcos Davidson in 1982. They were worn by donor with 'Mineral's ensemble (SH 942100) at 1982 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
Oxidised nickel silver crescent shaped screw on earrings.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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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, 1982
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Commissioned By
Prue Acton Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1982
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User
Prue Acton, Flemington, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1982
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
9 cm (Height)
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Dimensions
3 cm (Length), 1.5 cm (Width), 9 cm (Height)
Measurement From Conservation.
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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