Pinback button
Date20th century
MediumMetal, plastic
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (circumference): 7/8in. (2.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
Object number2005.180.137
DescriptionRound white pinback button with a black printed image of Saint Lucia. Around top of button, printed in black, "S. Lucia V. E M. SIRACUSANA".
NotesObject Note: Santa Lucia of Siracusana, in English means, Saint Lucy of Syracuse, the patron saint of the blind. Siracusana is located in Sicily and each December a week long feast is held in her honor. http://www.italymag.co.uk/italy-featured/sicily/santa-lucia-syracuse-sicily (Furlani 2/4/2013)Status
Not on view
Whitehead and Hoag Company
League of Women Voters of Connecticut
