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Multicolored Necklace, unknown date
Bead; 14 1/4 x 1/2 in.
9579
Gift of the James Irvine Fou…
Necklace
Multicolored Necklace, unknown date
Bead; 14 1/4 x 1/2 in.
9579
Gift of the James Irvine Fou…
Multicolored Necklace, unknown date Bead; 14 1/4 x 1/2 in. 9579 Gift of the James Irvine Foundation

Necklace

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-neck ornaments
MediumBead
Dimensions14 1/4 x 1/2 in. (36.2 x 1.3 cm)
Credit LineGift of the James Irvine Foundation
Object number9579
DescriptionAn assorted string, 30" long, of red, yellow, green, blue, and white trade beads of various sizes and shapes. Sizes range from 1/16" to 3/8" in diameter. Lengths range up to 1/2".
Obtained from the white man. Source: Gun Club, west of Wasco, Kern County, CA
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