Pin
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
American, 1887 - 1968
Date1900-1960
MediumDépose silver, vermeil
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter x depth): 1/16 x 3/8in. (0.2 x 1cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bernard Schiro
DescriptionCircular pin comprised of a flat disk of silver trimmed with an applied edge of twisted silver wire. The center of the pin is a monogram, "BAF" (for Beatrice Fox Auerbach) in vermeil with a fluted border. The pin is secured with a two-pronged pin marked "DÉPOSE".
Object number1986.213.11
MarkingsMarked "DÉPOSE" on versoInscribedMonogram "BAF"NotesTechnique Note: Dépose is the French term for registered silver. (Blakelock 10/23/2008)Subject Terms
Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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