Seed Pearl Necklace and Bracelets

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(02-12-2018 01:41 PM)Donna Wrote:  I saw on the Library of Congress website that the seed pearl necklace and bracelets that Mary Todd Lincoln reportedly wore to the March 1861 Inaugural Ball was actually purchased from Tiffany’s in March of 1862. Does anyone know why the discrepancy in dates? Thank you.

Surratt House had the inside man at the LOC who was responsible for that jewelry and would bring it out whenever we needed to impress folks on one of our bus tours. Unfortunately, he retired a few years back, and I don't know who is now in charge. The set is lovely, however.