10k Soroptimist International Assoc. Pin
 
This pin was manufactured by Balfour around the 1970's for an organization gathering.  The name "Soroptimist" was coined by combining the Latin words soror "sister" and optima "best", and can be taken to mean "best for women."  The pin face is adorned with the figure of a lady with her arms outstretched towards the sky.  There is NO loss of blue enamel and NO breaks, dents or cracks to the metal work.  It comes with it's original blue and yellow felt pin backer.  There is a small loop on the back that held a small chain and additional pin.  The chain is not attached.  A great vintage gift for that lady who is joining this amazing organization or for one who is celebrating a Soroptimist anniversary.   
 
* Solid 10k Yellow Gold (stamped)
* Blue Enamel
* Manufacture - Balfour (stamped)
* 4.40 grams with felt included
* c. 1970's
 
Since the founding of the very first Soroptimist club in Oakland, California in 1921, Soroptimist International (SI) has sought to bring about change to the lives of women and girls worldwide. Through its global network of four Federations and its dedicated volunteer membership of over 75,000, SI is driven by its mission of transforming lives through education, empowerment and by enabling opportunities.
 
Rooted in the vision that women and girls will achieve their individual and collective potential, SI’s advocacy work and on-the-ground projects seek to drive the realization of these aspirations and ensure that women and girls have an equal voice in creating strong and peaceful communities, now and in the future.