Cadet Polytechnic Society Pin, 1896

Cadet Polytechnic Society Pin, 1896

This Cadet Polytechnic Society pin features a gold circular medal with a blue background and the letters "C. P. S." stamped above a book, lamp, quill and ink. A gold ring encircles the blue with the French motto "La Verite Vainc," which translates to "The Truth Wins," and the founding date of 1847 and 1883. On top of the circle is an eagle surrounded by cannons and flags. The medal is suspended from a top bar with "S. C. M. A." inscribed on it. The reverse is engraved with the initials "AHM" for A. H. Marchant, Class of 1896.

1961.476

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English

Physical Object

https://citadeldigitalarchives.omeka.net/items/show/1548

Charleston (S. C.)

Metal

2.2 x 3.4 cm