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"War Chest, Salem" Pin

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Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

1914-1918

GUSN

GUSN-222769

Description

Pin in the shape of a treasure chest. "War Chest, Salem" promotes laying aside money for the war effort.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pins (jewelry)
bronze (metal)
Pin

Inscription

"WAR CHEST / SALEM" (Embroidered)

Associated Building

Original to Phillips House (Salem, Mass.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

7/16 (W) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of the Stephen Phillips Memorial Charitable Trust for Historic Preservation

Accession Number

2006.44.3376

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