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Antique Hat Pin Description and Notes: "Sweetheart" hat pins were proudly worn in honor of the ladies' husband, father, son, brother, and beau. The buttons were part or their uniform, and easily recognized by friends, relatives, military personnel , and neighbors. It was a sensitive way to keep their loved ones close to them when their men were far away. Antique Sweetheart Hatpin Ivy League Cornell University Button Great Collectible No chips or cracks. Cornell University is a private Ivy League land-grant research university based in Ithaca, New York. The university was founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White. Since its founding, Cornell has been a co-educational and nonsectarian institution. Notable graduates: Ruth Ginsburg, Bill Nye. The head is in excellent, rich patina, solid connection, brass. Stem is straight/strong. Marked on back: New York Mark Cowen & Co. Marked on face: Cornell University. Overall, excellent. Date: late 1800s to early 1900s. Total Hatpin Length: 8 1/2 " Diameter: 7/8" Wonderful Button Collectible. Take a gander in Teacherwebb's Store & at other items up for auction. Combined shipping available, but please do wait for an invoice from me before making a payment. All of my items are carefully wrapped to prevent any damage. Every hatpin and holder are wrapped in acid free, museum quality tissue paper, bubble-wrapped, and stem is protected with starch peanuts. All items are insured due to sketchy carrier services; protects the buyer & seller from loss or damage. Shipping costs include: postage, insurance, handling. Please use text and photos for a complete description. Do feel free to make inquiries. A ll photos and text are the property of the seller, so please do ask before you use them in any manner. 9/23/24 1