Gift of Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1986.214.11 © 2008 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Pendant

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Beatrice Fox (American, 1887 - 1968)

DateMay 1951

Medium10 karat gold

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 1 1/4 x 3/4in. (3.2 x 1.9cm)

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Richard Koopman

Object number1986.214.11

DescriptionPendant in the shape of a key with letters: "H. MU PI / 1922 (on a partially unrolled scroll)" and three stars on recto; engraved on verso: "B. F. AUERBACH", also marked on verso: "10K".

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

NotesHistorical Note: Eta Mu Pi is the national retailing honor society to which Beatrice Fox Auerbach belonged. Founded in 1939, it is described today as a professional fraternity for retailers and students of retailing. (Blakelock 10/20/2008)

Status

Not on view