Name/Title
Military PinEntry/Object ID
2019.1.11Description
Blue Royal Canadian Air Force pin with brass metallic fastener. Center of pin is circular, bordered with a wreath of laurel leaves. Depicts a winged opbect on a blue background in front of the motto "PER ARDVA AD ASTRA."Context
Also known as a sweetheart pin, pins like these were often given by soldiers to their mothers, wives, or girlfriends.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Christie, LouiseClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
UnisexTextile Details
Material
MetalColor
Blue, Brass, GoldMade/Created
Date made
circa 1940 - 1950Label/Inscription/Signature
Transcription
PER ARDA AD ASTRA / ROYAL CDN AIR FORCEDimensions
Dimension Notes
Length: 1cm
Width: 3.5cm