K.O.A. Society Pin Manufacturer: Unknown
Honorand: Edward Barton Chapin, American, 1885–1967

1903

American Decorative Arts

On view, 1st floor, American Decorative Arts before 1900

Fraternal organizations and social groups regularly provide badges of membership, which range from simple medals to elaborate pins. This gold, pearl, and enamel lapel pin was made in 1903 for a member of K.O.A. Founded in 1874, K.O.A. is the oldest secret society at the Phillips Academy, in Andover, Massachusetts. The initials stand for the Greek letters kappa, omicron, and alpha.

Medium

14-karat gold with enamel and pearls

Dimensions

11/16 × 5/8 in. (1.746 × 1.588 cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Melville Chapin

Accession Number

2007.91.8

Geography

Possibly made in Boston, Massachusetts

Culture

American

Period

20th century

Classification

Jewelry

Disclaimer

Note: This electronic record was created from historic documentation that does not necessarily reflect the Yale University Art Gallery’s complete or current knowledge about the object. Review and updating of records is ongoing.

Bibliography
  • "Acquisitions, July 1, 2007–June 30, 2008," Yale University Art Gallery Bulletin (2008): 174.
Object copyright
No Copyright - United States
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Marks

"14" stamped on reverse

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