Bracelets

Retailer Charles H. Schiller (active Utica, New York, 1847-1899)

Date1873

MediumGold

DimensionsOverall: 7/8 × 2 1/2in. (2.2 × 6.4cm)

ClassificationsPERSONAL ARTIFACTS

Credit LineGift of Miss Helen and Miss Jane Meyer

Terms

19th Century

Object number70.78.1-3

DescriptionPair of gold braided bracelets with birds on clasps in different colored golds. In original velvet case from the retailer: Charles H. Schiller, Utica, NY (1873-98).

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Label TextCharles H. Schiller was a well-known purveyor of diamonds, jewelry and watches in Utica, New York. He operated from 1873-98 at 173-75 Genesee Street. His life ended tragically on Christmas 1899, when he shot himself as a result of a bad holiday trade, leaving his wife and seven children behind.