Pin, Insignia
Object number2010.49.10
Mediummetal (silver?)
Credit LineGift of Ruth Byrd Smith
DescriptionPin in shape of keystone. Silver border, blue in center. Embossed text in center surrounding symbol. Straight pin on reverse.Dimensions1.75 x 0.75 in. (4.4 x 1.9 cm)InscriptionsEmbossed text in center, "DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WELFARE / PENNSYLVANIA / 25".
Historical NotesPart of a collection belonging to James W, Carter a township commissioner of North Versailles, Pennsylvania, from the 1920s to the 1960s. Carter was a member of several fraternal organizations including the American Woodmen, Knights of Pythias, Odd Fellows, and the Improved Benevolent Protective Order of Elk of the World Lodge 515.
Previous owner
James Walter Carter
Related institution
Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare
On View
Not on viewc. 1993
1944-1945
1941-1945
Harry Ash
1960-1992
L.G. Balfour Company