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7 Pieces of Animal-Inspired Jewelry From the American Museum of Natural History's Halls of Gems and Minerals
On June 12, 2021, the Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals will reopen at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City following a four-year renovation. In addition to showcasing many of the geological specimens museum guests remember, the halls will feature exciting new displays. That includes Beautiful Creatures, an exhibition of jewelry inspired by animals.

Jewelry historian and museum curator Marion Fasel selected objects that pay homage to the natural world in luxurious style. Each animal depicted in the Beautiful Creatures exhibit in the Melissa and Keith Meister Gallery is highlighted elsewhere in the museum. All the jewelry was made within the last 150 years—the same amount of time the museum has been open. Dazzling snakes, insects, and crocodiles are a few of the items in the collection.

Beautiful Creatures will be on view through September 19. Here are some notable pieces of animal jewelry guests can expect to see when the Halls of Gems and Minerals reopen this month.