Lapel Pin
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
(American, 1887 - 1968)
Date1908
MediumSterling silver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 7/8 x 5/8in. (2.2 x 1.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bernard Schiro
Object number1986.213.20
DescriptionAn oval lapel pin with a relief image of a view of the New Stone Bridge, now the Bulkeley Bridge, over the Connecticut River at Hartford. The arched bridge is in the foreground with two boats on the river. There are buildings along the shore in the background, including several with smokestacks. The words "NEW STONE BRIDGE / HARTFORD, CONN" appear on the front of the pin. The pin is secured with a C catch, and is marked, "STERLING" on the verso.
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