Ribbon, Fraternal
Object number2004.93.21 a,b
Date1901
MediumSatin/Metal
Credit LineGift of Serb National Federation
DescriptionRed, white and blue satin decorated Serbian membership badge with pin; two gold tassels on sides of ribbon; name handwritten in blue ink along proper left side; black satin back with silver writing denoting place and year; text on pin.Dimensions9.25 in. (23.5 cm)Inscriptions"MILAN TANKOSICH" handwritten in blue ink along proper left side.
Black satin back with silver writing, "1901 DUQUESNE, PA".
On pin is "SERVIEN SOCIETY".
Historical NotesPart of a collection donated by the Serbian National Federation.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
Related person
Milan Tankosich
Collector
Serb National Federation
Terms
On View
On viewCollections
c. 1910
1965
1900-1910
