Century of Progress International Exposition Souvenir Ring, 1934
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Artifact Overview
Chicago's 1933-34 Century of Progress Exposition used the theme of progress to buoy national optimism during the darkest years of the Great Depression. Many fairgoers returned home with mementos, such as jewelry, to serve as tangible reminders of time spent at the exposition.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Ring (Jewelry)
Date Made
1934
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
87.41.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Bruce H. Simpson.
Material
Metal
Enamel (Fused coating)
Color
Black (Color)
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 0.5 in
Width: 0.75 in
Inscriptions
On enamel decoration: 1934 / CHICAGO
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