The Cleveland Museum of Art

Collection Online as of July 9, 2026

A thick gold necklace rests in an open grey box, featuring a pendant shaped like a snail. A deep blue lapis lazuli sphere forms the shell, while a smaller stone creates the head. These nestle on a golden base with radiating ridges. The woven chain forms a circular loop, its bright finish contrasting with the mottled stone. The blue and gold ornament is centered within the box's grey and white interior.

Snail Pendant Brooch with Chain

2004

James Mazurkewicz

(American, 1943-)
America
gold and lapis lazuli
Overall (display): 20 x 3.1 x 2.3 cm (7 7/8 x 1 1/4 x 7/8 in.)
Gift of Barbara S. Robinson and Family 2023.101
Location: Not on view

Did You Know?

Lapis lazuli is the birthstone associated with the month of December.
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Source URL:

https://www.clevelandart.org/art/2023.101