Object Details
Created by
Art Smith, American, 1917 - 1982
Description
This is the “Classic Chrysoprase" ring designed and created by jeweler Art Smith. The ring's sterling silver band is a split shank design, with the split into two bands creating a large bridge in which floats a large, green cabochon stone. The speckled chrysoprase stone is smoothly polished and shaped into an oval. The stone is set vertically in a bezel setting, encased in metal overlapping the edges of the gemstone. The lower layer of silver is intentionally darkened with a patina. The areas of the bezel in contact with the edges of the band are also darkened with a patina. The ring has one hallmark stamped on the inside of the bezel backing, Smith’s signature [Art Smith].
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Charles L. Russell
Date
ca. 1972
Object number
2023.12.3
Restrictions & Rights
© Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
Type
finger rings
Medium
sterling silver with chrysoprase
Dimensions
H x W x D: 1 × 1 1/8 × 7/8 in. (2.5 × 2.9 × 2.2 cm)
Place made
New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
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National Museum of African American History and Culture Collection
Classification
Decorative Arts, Craft, and Design
Jewelry and Adornment
Data Source
National Museum of African American History and Culture
Topic
African American
Art
Craftsmanship
Design
Fashion
Fashion design
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmaahc_2023.12.3