Ribbon, Fraternal
Object number2004.93.15 a,b
Date1902
MediumSatin; Metal
Credit LineGift of Serb National Federation
DescriptionReversible badge consisiting of a ribbon with metal pin. Fabric ribbon; front is a white, blue, red satin ribbon with gold tassels with Cyrillic and English text on white ribbon; brown Mary icon in center; on back black satin with silver star in center, to be worn at funerals.Dimensions3.5 x 8.25 in. (8.9 x 21 cm)InscriptionsCyrillic writing and "... 1902 / S.S. Pittsburgh, PA"
(b)
"Servian Society" with shield and flags in center.
Historical NotesBadge to be worn at meetings and funerals. Part of a collection donated by the Serbian National Federation. Donated to the Serb National Federation from Stella Milanovich from Aliquippa, PA.Label TextIn addition to hats and belts, members of Serb fraternal organizations often wore badges to indicate their support and association within the organization. These badges were often double-sided, with one side black worn during funerals.
Related institution
Serbian Society
Collector
Serb National Federation
Terms
On View
On view
c. 1910
