Name/Title
Bahamas Queen Conch Shell DollEntry/Object ID
2026.18.01Tags
Bahamas, Doll, SouvenirDescription
Bahamas Queen doll on a conch shell, the shell and doll both coming from the Bahamas. The doll is affixed to a real conch shell, as if she were sitting in it like a chair. The doll is dressed in a white gown with golden details and golden trim. She also is wearing a golden beaded necklace. On her head and next to her are woven baskets with white bows.Context
Likely purchased as a souvenirCollection
Cultural DollsCataloged By
Kat BezaireLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
DollNomenclature Class
ToysNomenclature Category
Category 09: Recreational ObjectsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
SIMCAD Original Number LabelOther Number
1622Doll Name
Bahamas QueenMade/Created
Manufacturer
Susanna's CreationDate made
circa 1980Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
LabelLocation
Back of the doll, on the shellTranscription
"Susanna's Creation Made in the Bahamas COPYRIGHTS RESERVED"Clothing
Clothing Type
OriginalClothing Description
The doll is affixed to a real conch shell, as if she were sitting in it like a chair. The doll is dressed in a white gown with golden details and golden trim. She also is wearing a golden beaded necklace. On her head and next to her are woven baskets with white bows.Condition
Scale
C-7: Display qualityNotes
The paint on the shell is beginning to flakeMaterial
Shell, Plastic, FabricLocation
Location
Room
Shaanti International Museum of Costume and DollsDate
January 10, 2026Notes
Caribbean and South American Dolls Box 1Create Date
January 10, 2026Update Date
January 24, 2026
