Issued by
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, founded 1908
Owned by
Barnett, Etta Moten, American, 1901 - 2004
Date
July 1978
Medium
metal
Dimensions
Diameter: 1 1/2 × 1/8 in. (3.8 × 0.3 cm)
Description
This is a gold and enamel Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) pendant belonging to Etta Moten Barnett. The pendant consists of a circle of gold colored metal with a small loop on its top rim for suspension. On the front face of the pendant is the AKA crest in the center with the two shaking hands above the shield and the Greek motto below the shield. The crest is encircled by a green enameled wreath of laurel leaves. Outside of the leaves around of the perimeter of the pendant is raised text that reads “48th BOULE – HOUSTON TEXAS.”
Place used
Houston, Harris County, Texas, United States, North and Central America
Collection title
Etta Moten Barnett Archive
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
pendants (jewelry)
Topic
Activism
Actors
Broadway Theatre
Clothing and dress
Singers (Musicians)
Sororities
Women
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
A2022.13.1.113
Restrictions & Rights
© Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5728cc660-c1bb-4ba6-a62a-af11c3a2beb3

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