Lapel Pin
Date1960
MediumPlated metal
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 5/8 x 5/8in. (1.6 x 1.6cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bernard Schiro
DescriptionA gold-tone lapel pin celebrating the fifteen-year anniversary of the founding of the Harford Jewish Federation (founded 1945). The cast metal pin is plated in a gold-tone and the number "15" forms the backdrop of the pin with a lit candle superimposed over the number. The letters "UJA" (United Jewish Appeal) appear behind the flame and the letters "HJF"(Hartford Jewish Federation) appear at the base of the pin. The back has a C catch.
Object number1986.213.17
NotesHistorical note: In 1945 the Jewish Community Council and the Hartford Jewish Welfare Fund merged to form the Hartford Jewish Federation (HJF) (Blakelock 11/04/2008)Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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