Souvenir badge

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DateApril 6, 1899

Artist Unknown

Medium/TechniqueSilk, metal

DimensionsOverall: 3 1/2 in. × 1 9/16 in. (8.89 cm × 3.97 cm)

Credit LineGift of Liz Rollins Mauran, Vice Regent for Rhode Island, through the generosity of Pieter Lamb, 2019

Object numberM-5715

DescriptionThis souvenir badge is composed of a circular medallion hanging from a light green silk ribbon with a yellow-gold central stripe. The ribbon bears the stitched inscription “Mt. Vernon, 6th April, 1899," and a pin is attached at back. The circular medallion features a gold dove of peace on a light green background.

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