Classification
Description
A child's brooch depicting a black doll wearing earrings, circa 1960s. The body of the brooch is made of made of injection moulded polystyrene with metal embellishments. The Dakkochan doll was popular in Japan at the time, with Dakko meaning to hug or embrace. This item forms part of the Plastics Historical Society (PHS) collection.
Inscriptions
moulded: "MADE IN HONG KONG"
Object number
PHSL : 337
Date
1960 - 1969 (circa)
Country
Method
Material
Dimensions
Width
25mm
Height
43mm