Rare, Early 1880's - 90's Graduation Pin from Lasell Seminary of Auburndale/Newton, Mass.

Rare, early 1880's - 1890's graduation pin from Lasell Seminary of Auburndale/Newton, Massachusetts (now Lasell College). The center of the pin shows crossed ladders with open books on either side, the lamp of knowledge at the top and a banner near the bottom that reads: "REPUISAE NESCIA" and below "1851". The outer blue enamel ring reads: "LASELL SEMINARY".

Circa 1880's - 1890's

Approximately 7/8" in diameter

Enameled sterling

Horizontal "T" pin with "C" type catch

None.

This is from a religious collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAAX16 LAGEX12/16 ebay01/21/20

7- (Very Fine-): The DI shows moderate wear, some of the enamel details remain intact, overall very fine condition.

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