Late 1940's Lincoln Institute Chicago School of Practical Nursing Graduation Lapel Pin

Late 1940's Lincoln Institute Chicago School of Practical Nursing graduation lapel pin. The pin shows a gilt torch in recessed embossed detail against a background of white enamel centered between the letters: "PN". The outer ring of green enamel reads: "LINCOLN INSTITUTE CHICAGO".

Circa WWII

Approximately 3/4" diameter

Two piece construction, sterling, plated brass

Horizontal pin with drop in locking swivel catch

"J.M. DUCK CO." two embossed union stamps and patent numbers

This is from a nursing collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay-C07/13/19 MBX16 LAAEX5/16

6+ (Fine—Very Fine): The pin shows moderate wear, much of the gilt and enamel details remain intact, overall very fine condition.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.