Brass fraternity charm of Elk's head with white star of Otto Rittler, 1920-1930

Name/Title

Brass fraternity charm of Elk's head with white star of Otto Rittler, 1920-1930

Entry/Object ID

1996.73.21

Description

Acc. No. 96.73.21 Subject Category: Citizens of Alameda - Otto Rittler Collection Date or Period: 1920-1930 Object: Brass charm Description: A brass charm that appears to be the emblem of a fraternal order. Fashioned in the shape of elk's head with antlers. A white enamelled star is imposed between the antlers. Size: length 1 5/8" x 1" at widest point. History of Object: Charm owned by Otto Rittler that probably represented one of the fraternal orders of which he was a member. Acquired From: Mrs. Bernice Rittler Lowell In memory of her father, Otto Rittler Date: 3/1/96