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Please note this piece did not adhere to a magnet, however did not confirm with jewler the type or confirmation of gold.Excellent vintage condition. This gold-tone piece retains a warm, beautiful patina with very minimal surface wear consistent with its age. The central emblem and border details are sharp and clear. The delicate connection chain and the P.E.O. guard pin are entirely intact. Both pin back clasps open smoothly and lock securely.**Maker Mark:** Stamped \"LGB\" (L.G. Balfour Co., Attleboro, Mass) on the reverse of the star badge.
* **Style:** Classic 1950s fraternal jewelry featuring a finely detailed enamel star brooch with a chased border badge.
* **Engraving / Provenance:** Professionally inscribed on the back for specific chapter jewelry tracking: / JY Iowa / \'53\"
* **Year of Initiation:** 1953 (Mid-century vintage sweetheart pin style).
