Anderson Americana Auction #186

Lot #1481:

Golden Gate Exposition Ladies Brooch and Original Packaging

San Francisco threw a giant party in 1939 with the Golden Gate International Exposition. This unusual item is an enamel ladies brooch made as a souvenir of the event. It comes with its original sales card and packaging. The brooch is a sailboat with embossed lettering that reads “San Francisco Bay Golden Gate International Exposition 1939.” Card is 2 1/2 by 4 1/8 inches and is in excellent condition.