Pin, Inspirational

Object number2011.27.5

Datec. 1908

Mediummetal; silk

Credit LineGift of Robert Savino

DescriptionGold metal circular pin, with black silk ribbon attached to pin on back. Black and white image of San Donato (Caucasian male) in a mitre, robes, holding crozier in proper left hand. Around neck is a chain with a large circular charm, and a cross. Various images near bottom: left side has decorative floral statue; right side has a small person in monk's attire and a decorative floral statue. Dimensions1.125 x 4 x 3.5 in. (2.9 x 10.2 x 8.9 cm)
Historical NotesPin of San Donato related to the San Donato Mutual Beneficial Association of Altoona, Pennsylvania. Black ribbons were added to the pins upon occasions of mourning. This mutual aid society was organized and incorporated in 1908, by Italian immigrants from the town of Ripacandida in the region of Basilicata, which is a small farming community. Named in honor of their patron saint of their hometown in Italy, the San Donato Mutual Beneficial Association was created to provide its members some assistance when illness or death of a member occurred and to provide a gathering place for its members.

Related institution San Donato Mutual Beneficial Association (founded 1908)

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