Description
This antique Alpha Tau Omega (ATO) pin would make a great addition to a collection of fraternal memorabilia. Founded at the Virginia Military Institute in 1865, the fraternity was designed to encourage reconciliation between the North & the South after the Civil War. This pin is crafted in 14k yellow gold & dates from circa 1895-1905. The badge is a Maltese cross outlined in seed pearls, with genuine emeralds adorning the corners of the cross's arms. Ports on the underside of the badge allow light to pass through the gems for enhanced radiance. A raised, black-enameled circle in the center of the cross showcases a gold Tau letter, a crescent moon, & two stars. Black-enameled shapes on the arms of the cross display two gold Alphas & two gold Omegas. Smoothly polished on the underside, the badge fastens from the back with a bar & hinged clasp. This antique piece is in wonderful condition & has been professionally tested to verify its 14k gold purity composition. This badge weighs 4.2 grams. The piece measures 17/32" (13.8mm) square. We guarantee this piece to be 14k gold as tested. It has not been cleaned in order to maintain its original vintage integrity. Please check out the enlarged pictures. Payment via Visa/Mastercard/Discover/AmericanExpress, check, money order or PayPal. If you are not completely satisfied, you get your money back! We stand behind our listings & know that sometimes it is hard to tell exactly what you are buying just from the pictures. For this reason, please read the description, look at the enlarged pictures & ask questions. If you are not happy for any reason, return for a full refund less shipping within 30 days. If we erred in the listing, we will refund not only your purchase price, but shipping both ways. Z6265 Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity Badge 14K Yellow Gold Emeralds Antique Ato Pin
