Created by
Rutgers Living History Society, American, founded 2002
Owned by
Dr. Brown, William Neal, American, 1919 - 2009
Date
ca. 2002
Medium
metal , enamel paint
Dimensions
15/16 x 7/8 x 3/8 in. (2.4 x 2.2 x 1 cm)
Description
Small brass colored metal Rutgers Living History Society pin. The pin is a half-oval shape, with a rounded top and straight bottom. A line of twelve (12) black stars, with one (1) gold star in the center, extends around the top edge. In the center is a black graphic of an open book with a flame coming out of the center. Red and black lettering under the graphic reads [RUTGERS / LIVING HISTORY SOCIETY]. There is a black line under the bottom line of text. The reverse is blank with a butterfly clutch fastener.
Classification
Memorabilia and Ephemera - Other
Type
pins (jewelry)
Topic
Education
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Suzanne Zimmer, Long Time Partner of Dr. William Neal Brown
Object number
2012.127.4
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd50d9bb140-df32-4c29-ba2b-2862aeaa5e71

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