Ribbon, Fraternal
Object number2004.93.18 a,b
MediumSatin / Metal
Credit LineGift of Serb National Federation
DescriptionMembership badge with pin. Red, white and blue satin decorated badge. Text on lower-front section. Medallion with shield; back is black satin with silver St. Sava.Dimensions9.25 in. (23.5 cm)Inscriptions(a)
Bottom has "McKEESPORT, PA".
(b)
Pin has "SAINT SAVOY" printed on it.
Historical NotesBadge for the Lodge St. Sava which was #6 in Savez Sloga which is now Lodge # 80 SNF. Part of a collection donated by the Serbian National Federation (SNF). Donated to the SNF by Lazo Vujnovich from McKeesport, PA in memory of his brother, Bozo, who died in 1930.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.
Collector
Serb National Federation
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