Oba's Royal Crown

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Oba's Royal Crown

Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, early to mid-19th century
Jewelry and Adornments; crowns
Glass beads embroidered on plain weave striped and printed cotton over a metal frame
Height: 11 1/2 in. (29.21 cm)
Gift of Drs. James and Gladys Strain (AC1993.219.9)
Not currently on public view