Pin, Fraternal

Object number2007.147.4

Date1880-1914

MediumMetal; Enamel

Credit LineGift of Beverly A. Scott Harrington and Eileen M. Scott Gritton

DescriptionCircular metal fraternal or military pin with straight pin on back. Red, white, and blue enamel; embossed gold text. Blue star with gold trim set against white background in center.Dimensions0.625 x 0.625 in. (1.6 x 1.6 cm)
InscriptionsEmbossed "ARMY / USA".
Historical NotesPin related to Masonic (Knights Templar) membership to which John Britton Remley (1844-1914), a Pittsburgh businessman and Civil War veteran, belonged. Part of a collection that documents Mr. Remley's business, social, and fraternal activities. Married twice with several children, John Britton Remley was at one time involved in the shoe industry and was also a grocer. In addition to his businesses, he was a member of the Tancred Commandery No. 48, which was a Pittsburgh Knights Templar branch, and the Young Men's Republican Club of Pittsburgh.

Previous owner John Britton Remley (1844 - 1914)

Related institution Grand Army of the Republic

Related institution Knights Templar

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