Pin
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
(American, 1887 - 1968)
Date1928
Medium10 karat gold
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 1 1/4 x 7/16 x 1/4in. (3.2 x 1.1 x 0.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman
Object number1986.214.10
DescriptionLapel pin in 10 karat gold in the shape of a Greek key with an oval shield decorated with a laurel wreath, the letters Delta, Kappa, Gamma, and a Greek urn symbolizing the cup of knowledge. (The cup of knowledge and the laurel wreath on the crest represent achievement.) The verso is marked "GB" and is engraved: "BEATRICE/ FOX/ AUERBACH/ MAY 11./ 1929".
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Status
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