The Ida B.
**Made to Order**
The year 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of women obtaining the right to vote in United States elections. The 19th Amendment to the US constitution was ratified on August 18, 1920, but much of the work within the women’s suffrage movement happened during the century before. In honor of this monumental anniversary, I have created some pieces of jewelry inspired by the amazing women who pushed for gender equality through the decades. This is a project close to my heart, and one that I plan to add to over time.
The Ida B. Necklace:
“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” - Ida B. Wells (1862 - 1931)
Ida B. Wells is best known for her leadership in the Civil Rights movement, but she was also a prominent suffragist. She was born in 1862 during the American Civil War, and thus born into slavery, but freed soon after by the Emancipation Proclamation. While her professional career began as an educator, Wells soon became one of the most prominent and controversial investigative journalists of her time. She published multiple exposes about the Jim Crow laws, segregation, and lynching in America. In 1889, she became the editor and co-owner of a black-owned newspaper called The Free Speech and Headlight.
Some of her most far-reaching and influential publications, Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases and The Red Record, gave detailed, graphic accounts of the frequent false-rape accusations against black men and the lynchings that followed. These astounding works of investigative journalism shed light not only on the violent crimes against black men in America, but the apparent motivations behind them: the economic progress of black communities, which presented new competition for white business owners, while also threatening perceived notions about white supremacy. Her revolutionary writing also led her to become an international lecturer on the topic, shedding light on American atrocities towards the black community to European audiences.
Wells was very active in the women’s suffrage movement, and her role in this movement was linked to her feelings about racism and discrimination against black people in America. This caused some conflict within the mostly-white suffrage movement. In fact, Wells’ views within both the suffrage and civil rights movements were perceived as so progressive and radical at the time, that she stirred up controversy with the leadership of both movements (an obvious sign of a good activist, if you ask me).
Working tirelessly to not only fight racism and sexism, but also to fight the racism within the women’s suffrage movement itself, Wells was inspired to found several notable organizations, some of which are still active today. These include the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the National Association of Colored Women and the Alpha Suffrage Club.
While Ida B. Wells and her forward-thinking influence may have been controversial at the time, she was posthumously honored for her work with multiple awards and recognitions, including a museum and cultural center, induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame, and in 2020, she was awarded a Pulitzer Prize special citation, "for her outstanding and courageous reporting on the horrific and vicious violence against African Americans during the era of lynching”.
About the necklace:
This vintage-style necklace is crafted from hand-linked round moss agate beads, delicate faceted black glass beads, and bronze accents. The double strand is elegant and classic, yet stands out boldly. Reminiscent of women’s fashion during the turn of the century, I like to think that this necklace not only honors the revolutionary Ida B. Wells, but that she might also choose a piece like this for herself.
The shorter of the two strands measures around the neck at approximately 17.5 inches, with a 3-inch extender chain and lobster clasp closure. The second strand hangs down approximately 2 inches longer. Alternate lengths may be available upon request for a possible additional cost (message me with your request).
Before ordering, please read the product description in full, as well as the additional information below:
**Made to Order**
The year 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of women obtaining the right to vote in United States elections. The 19th Amendment to the US constitution was ratified on August 18, 1920, but much of the work within the women’s suffrage movement happened during the century before. In honor of this monumental anniversary, I have created some pieces of jewelry inspired by the amazing women who pushed for gender equality through the decades. This is a project close to my heart, and one that I plan to add to over time.
The Ida B. Necklace:
“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” - Ida B. Wells (1862 - 1931)
Ida B. Wells is best known for her leadership in the Civil Rights movement, but she was also a prominent suffragist. She was born in 1862 during the American Civil War, and thus born into slavery, but freed soon after by the Emancipation Proclamation. While her professional career began as an educator, Wells soon became one of the most prominent and controversial investigative journalists of her time. She published multiple exposes about the Jim Crow laws, segregation, and lynching in America. In 1889, she became the editor and co-owner of a black-owned newspaper called The Free Speech and Headlight.
Some of her most far-reaching and influential publications, Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases and The Red Record, gave detailed, graphic accounts of the frequent false-rape accusations against black men and the lynchings that followed. These astounding works of investigative journalism shed light not only on the violent crimes against black men in America, but the apparent motivations behind them: the economic progress of black communities, which presented new competition for white business owners, while also threatening perceived notions about white supremacy. Her revolutionary writing also led her to become an international lecturer on the topic, shedding light on American atrocities towards the black community to European audiences.
Wells was very active in the women’s suffrage movement, and her role in this movement was linked to her feelings about racism and discrimination against black people in America. This caused some conflict within the mostly-white suffrage movement. In fact, Wells’ views within both the suffrage and civil rights movements were perceived as so progressive and radical at the time, that she stirred up controversy with the leadership of both movements (an obvious sign of a good activist, if you ask me).
Working tirelessly to not only fight racism and sexism, but also to fight the racism within the women’s suffrage movement itself, Wells was inspired to found several notable organizations, some of which are still active today. These include the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the National Association of Colored Women and the Alpha Suffrage Club.
While Ida B. Wells and her forward-thinking influence may have been controversial at the time, she was posthumously honored for her work with multiple awards and recognitions, including a museum and cultural center, induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame, and in 2020, she was awarded a Pulitzer Prize special citation, "for her outstanding and courageous reporting on the horrific and vicious violence against African Americans during the era of lynching”.
About the necklace:
This vintage-style necklace is crafted from hand-linked round moss agate beads, delicate faceted black glass beads, and bronze accents. The double strand is elegant and classic, yet stands out boldly. Reminiscent of women’s fashion during the turn of the century, I like to think that this necklace not only honors the revolutionary Ida B. Wells, but that she might also choose a piece like this for herself.
The shorter of the two strands measures around the neck at approximately 17.5 inches, with a 3-inch extender chain and lobster clasp closure. The second strand hangs down approximately 2 inches longer. Alternate lengths may be available upon request for a possible additional cost (message me with your request).
Before ordering, please read the product description in full, as well as the additional information below:
**Made to Order**
The year 2020 marked the 100th anniversary of women obtaining the right to vote in United States elections. The 19th Amendment to the US constitution was ratified on August 18, 1920, but much of the work within the women’s suffrage movement happened during the century before. In honor of this monumental anniversary, I have created some pieces of jewelry inspired by the amazing women who pushed for gender equality through the decades. This is a project close to my heart, and one that I plan to add to over time.
The Ida B. Necklace:
“The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.” - Ida B. Wells (1862 - 1931)
Ida B. Wells is best known for her leadership in the Civil Rights movement, but she was also a prominent suffragist. She was born in 1862 during the American Civil War, and thus born into slavery, but freed soon after by the Emancipation Proclamation. While her professional career began as an educator, Wells soon became one of the most prominent and controversial investigative journalists of her time. She published multiple exposes about the Jim Crow laws, segregation, and lynching in America. In 1889, she became the editor and co-owner of a black-owned newspaper called The Free Speech and Headlight.
Some of her most far-reaching and influential publications, Southern Horrors: Lynch Law in All Its Phases and The Red Record, gave detailed, graphic accounts of the frequent false-rape accusations against black men and the lynchings that followed. These astounding works of investigative journalism shed light not only on the violent crimes against black men in America, but the apparent motivations behind them: the economic progress of black communities, which presented new competition for white business owners, while also threatening perceived notions about white supremacy. Her revolutionary writing also led her to become an international lecturer on the topic, shedding light on American atrocities towards the black community to European audiences.
Wells was very active in the women’s suffrage movement, and her role in this movement was linked to her feelings about racism and discrimination against black people in America. This caused some conflict within the mostly-white suffrage movement. In fact, Wells’ views within both the suffrage and civil rights movements were perceived as so progressive and radical at the time, that she stirred up controversy with the leadership of both movements (an obvious sign of a good activist, if you ask me).
Working tirelessly to not only fight racism and sexism, but also to fight the racism within the women’s suffrage movement itself, Wells was inspired to found several notable organizations, some of which are still active today. These include the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the National Association of Colored Women and the Alpha Suffrage Club.
While Ida B. Wells and her forward-thinking influence may have been controversial at the time, she was posthumously honored for her work with multiple awards and recognitions, including a museum and cultural center, induction into the National Women's Hall of Fame, and in 2020, she was awarded a Pulitzer Prize special citation, "for her outstanding and courageous reporting on the horrific and vicious violence against African Americans during the era of lynching”.
About the necklace:
This vintage-style necklace is crafted from hand-linked round moss agate beads, delicate faceted black glass beads, and bronze accents. The double strand is elegant and classic, yet stands out boldly. Reminiscent of women’s fashion during the turn of the century, I like to think that this necklace not only honors the revolutionary Ida B. Wells, but that she might also choose a piece like this for herself.
The shorter of the two strands measures around the neck at approximately 17.5 inches, with a 3-inch extender chain and lobster clasp closure. The second strand hangs down approximately 2 inches longer. Alternate lengths may be available upon request for a possible additional cost (message me with your request).
Before ordering, please read the product description in full, as well as the additional information below:
Necklace length: 17.5 Inches plus extender
Materials: Moss Agate Beads, Glass Beads, Bronze Beads, Bronze Wire, Iron Clasp, Bronze Chain
Closure: Lobster Clasp
Made To Order (allow extra processing time)
All jewelry is unique, hand-crafted, and many pieces are made to order. Due to the nature of handcrafting, as well as the varied nature of crystals and gemstones, pieces may vary slightly in detail from those photographed here.
