Pin, Insignia
Object number2013.126.3
MediumMetal, enamel
Credit LineGift of Patricia Bakich
DescriptionGold-colored, right-facing dove pin with enamel details. Dove has a blue, female symbol (circle with a cross at the bottom) below its neck. At the back of its wings are two parallel, horizontal lines with the top one painted red and the bottom one painted white. Small, metal pin across the back.Dimensions0.937 x 1.125 x 0.25 in. (2.4 x 2.9 x 0.6 cm)Historical NotesPart of a collection bought and worn by donor Patricia Bakich during her time in graduate school in Pittsburgh in the early 1960s. The donor attended the Pitt School of Social Work and was very involved in social justice issues in Pittsburgh in the 1960s. This pin was made by the Merton Center and promoted both peace and women’s rights.
Previous owner
Patricia Bakich
Related institution
Thomas Merton Center
Terms
On View
Not on view
c. 2003
1939-1945