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Pin, Membership

Object number2010.75.74

Date1943

MediumMetal, Gold

Credit LineGift of Slippery Rock University Foundation

DescriptionGold pin. Center includes an image of the American Red Cross symbol on a white background. Top of pin includes an embossed image of a cross. Below the cross and around the perimeter of the pin is text identifying the hospital school in gold text on black background; part of the text is on a gold banner. Back of pin includes the engraved initials(?), year, and material information.Dimensions1 x 1.25 in. (2.5 x 3.2 cm)
InscriptionsAt the top of the pin is the text in gold text "ST. JOHN'S / SCHOOL OF NURSING" and at bottom of pin is the text: "GENERAL HOSPITAL".

Back of pin includes the engraving: "SMJ / 1943".
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 Divine Providence

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