For your consideration: A very rare vintage 1960's 10K yellow gold and Blue Enamel brooch, handcrafted by the Berben Insignia Company to commemorate the service of Marshall L. Shepard on the Philadelphia City Council. Monogrammed with: " Marshall L Shepard 1964-1968" on the back.
Marshall Lorenzo Shepard, Sr. (July 10, 1899 - February 21, 1967) was an American Christian clergyman and politician. Affiliated with the Democratic Party, his political career was focused in the city of Philadelphia.
Hallmarks: Berben Phila Pa. B10K on the back. The brooch comes in its original Berben Insignia Company Presentation Case.
Dimensions: The brooch has a diameter of 1 1/4" and weighs a hefty 16.7g,
Condition: Excellent vintage condition (minimal signs of wear).
Provenance: Estate