Vintage Kappa Kappa Gamma 15K Gold Seed Pearl Key Pin — Inscribed 1941

A Piece of Living History

Dated February 22, 1941 and inscribed to Mary Jane Evans, this extraordinary vintage key pin is far more than a piece of jewellery — it is a window into a young woman's life during one of history's most defining eras.

Crafted in rare 15 karat gold — a hallmark of fine Canadian and British jewellery from the early 20th century — this skeleton key pin bears the Greek letters ΚΚΓ (Kappa Kappa Gamma) engraved along the barrel, and ΑΩΠ (Alpha Omicron Pi) on the bit, suggesting a cherished cross-sorority connection or sweetheart pin.

Specifications

• Metal: 15 Karat Gold (tested)
• Stones: Seed pearls set throughout the bow and along the key
• Style: Skeleton key brooch/pin
• Greek Letters: ΚΚΓ (Kappa Kappa Gamma) & ΑΩΠ (Alpha Omicron Pi)
• Inscription: Mary Jane Evans, February 22, 1941
• Length: Approximately 26mm
• Width: Approximately 9mm
• Weight: 2.7 grams
• Clasp: Original pin brooch mechanism
• Era: WWII era, circa 1941
• Condition: Vintage, consistent with age

Why This Pin is Special

15 karat gold was phased out of production in most countries by the mid-20th century, making pieces of this purity increasingly rare. Combined with the personal inscription and the historical significance of its 1941 date, this pin is a treasure for collectors of Greek letter organization memorabilia, vintage jewellery enthusiasts, and Kappa Kappa Gamma alumni alike.

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