Medal, Commemorative

Object number2010.75.57

MediumMetal, Silver

Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation

DescriptionSilver metal medallion. Written around the edge of the medallion is the organization name in gray lettering on a black painted background. Center of medallion includes an embossed image of outstretched arms and rays of light. Top of medallion is a small metal loop to make medallion into a necklace.Dimensions1 x 1 in. (2.5 x 2.5 cm)
InscriptionsWritten around the edge of the medallion is the text: "SISTERS OF ST. FRANCIS / MILLVALE, PA" in gray lettering on a black painted background.
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Back of medallion at the bottom has the engraved text: "STERLING".
Historical NotesPart of a collection that documents the contributions of Catholic orders to healthcare in Western Pennsylvania. The collection was originally on display at Slippery Rock University as an exhibition titled, "Sisters in Healthcare: Sixteen Communities of Religious Sisters in Western PA, 1847-1969." With this collection, the History Center has the largest collection of Pre-Vatican II habits in the United States. Many of the long-standing healthcare facilities in the region were started by the Sisters including Mercy Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, and many others.

Previous owner Sisters of St. Francis of Millvale

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