King Benjamin Crown
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Title
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King Benjamin Crown
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Description
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The crown was worn by King Benjamin in the old Pageant (1969–1987) play. King Benjamin was a character who asked for repentance for the actions. Benjamin's crown was made in 1977 by Gail Argetsinger, who made many of the other costumes in the collection. The crown is very worn, with threads sticking out and beads yellowing, showing its use. It has a large golden fabric braid that goes around the bottom edge. The majority of the crown is made up of intricate beading. The background of the beading is a lush dark purple fabric. On top of the braid in the middle of the hat are hundreds of beads intersecting and weaving through different paths to mimic a king's crown. The beads used are long, small, big (almost like a diamond), yellow circular, and fake pearl beads. The beads' designs make flowers and leaves that go around the full length of the hat. There is a non-braided, straight, large golden fabric that goes around the top brim of the hat. In a dome is a rich red fabric that makes up the top of the hat. It still feels soft and smooth today. In the center on top of the hat is a small donut-shaped golden fabric piece.
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Contributor
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Izzy Voegels
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Creator
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Gail Argetsinger
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Date
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1977
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Format
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Costume Piece (Hat)
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Identifier
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Rights
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Courtesy of the Jerry and Gail Argetsinger collection
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Source
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Jerry and Gail Argetsinger Collection
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Subject
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Costumes; King Benjamin
