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Gift of Nora Oakes Howard, 2017.42.10, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
Lapel Pin
Gift of Nora Oakes Howard, 2017.42.10, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History

Lapel Pin

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Elinor Righter American, 1912 - 2001
Date1939-1945
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 7/8in. (2.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Nora Oakes Howard
DescriptionAmerican Red Cross Volunteer lapel pin with a white background and red cross symbol in the center. The enamel on the pin is chipped.
Object number2017.42.10
Inscribedobverse "VOLUNTEER"
On View
Not on view
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Elinor Righter
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Elinor Righter
1939-1945
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Elinor Righter
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