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Pin, Insignia

Object number2013.114.7

MediumMetal

Credit LineMuseum Purchase; Partial gift of Linda Barrett

DescriptionRound, gold-colored metal pin with a decorated post going through the center. On the post is an eagle with outstretched wings on top of a wheel with stars around the edge. Crossed in front of the wheel are a sword and key. Backer screws on post.Dimensions0.5 x 1 in. (1.3 x 2.5 cm)
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Historical NotesPart of a collection related to Everett Mead Scott/Holmes family. A noted family in Pittsburgh’s African American community included local business owners, legal scholars, and professional Jazz musicians. Relatives and descendants of the family include legal scholar Derrick Bell, and Jazz pianist Charles Bell.

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