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