Summary
This pair of earrings were commissioned by Prue Acton from the Melbourne jeweller Marcos Davidson in 1987. along with a matching set of anchor buttons. They were used on an outfit worn by the donor in Perth during the 1987 America's Cup challenge (a ready-to-wear version of this suit is in the Museum's collection SH942568.)
Physical Description
Large circular metal earrings with incised and cut-away central anchor image.
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, 1987
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Commissioned By
Prue Acton Pty Ltd, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1987
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User
Prue Acton, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1987 or later
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Inscriptions
Hallmark stamp: drum and drumsticks
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Brand Names
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Classification
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
5.6 cm (Length), 8.5 cm (Width), 1 cm (Height)
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References
RMIT Collection
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Keywords
Fashion, Fashion Design, Fashion Industry, Jewellery, Sailing, Sport, Women's Clothing Accessories, Making History - Prue Acton