Lapel Pin
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
American, 1887 - 1968
MakerMade by
Noble and Westbrook
American
Date1900-1950
MediumWhite metal, unmarked
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 11/16 x 11/16in. (1.8 x 1.7cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Bernard Schiro
DescriptionA lapel pin in the shape of a shield edged in a beaded design; cast on recto: "HUMANE / C.H.S. / LEAGUE" ; marked on verso: "NOBLE & / WESTBROOK / HFD. CT". The back has a C catch.
Object number1986.213.18
MarkingsMarked on verso: "NOBLE & / WESTBROOK / HFD. CT"InscribedOn the front of the pin, it reads, "HUMANE C.H.S. LEAGUE".NotesMaker Note: Noble & Westbrook manufactured marking machines in East Hartford, Connecticut during the twentieth century. The company was owned by Howard Bristol Noble. (Blakelock, 10/27/2008)
Collections
- G. Fox & Co.
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