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Pin, Membership

Object number2010.75.66

Date1923

MediumMetal, Gold

Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation

DescriptionGold pin. Center of pin includes a ten-point star. On the star is the engraved text. Around the outside of the pin is a civic wreath. Back of the pin includes the engraved name of owner and year.Dimensions0.75 x 0.75 in. (1.9 x 1.9 cm)
InscriptionsOn the star is the engraved text: "PROVIDENCE / HSN".

Back of the pin includes the engraved text: "Sister Marie / Stephen / 23".
Marks"10K" engraved on back of pin at bottom.
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 Charity of Seton Hill

Previous owner Sister Marie Stephen

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