Issued by
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, founded 1908
Owned by
Barnett, Etta Moten, American, 1901 - 2004
Date
late 20th century
Medium
metal
Dimensions
Diameter: 1 × 1/16 in. (2.5 × 0.2 cm)
Description
This is a gold 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. Under the motto is the number “50” engraved into the metal. The crest is arranged on a slightly raised oval within the circle of the pendant. Surrounding the oval is a gold colored metal thread that runs around the perimeter of the pendant in a rippled pattern. The back of the pendant is flat and blank.
Place used
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States, North and Central America
Collection title
Etta Moten Barnett Archive
Classification
Jewelry and Adornment
Type
pendants (jewelry)
Topic
Activism
Actors
Broadway Theatre
Singers (Musicians)
Sororities
Women
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
A2022.13.1.118
Restrictions & Rights
© Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd56c0d8c52-abdb-4ab3-a350-3228ab193adc

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