Antique 1917 14k Gold Kappa Sigma Fraternity Pin Badge – Swarthmore Paul Endicot For Sale

Item Specifics:
​Organization: Kappa Sigma (ΚΣ)
​Chapter: Pi Chapter (Swarthmore College)
​Year: 1917
​Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold, Seed Pearls, Black and White Enamel
​Provenance: Paul Davis \"Judge\" Endicott
​Condition: Excellent Antique Condition (Unpolished to preserve original patina)Up for sale is a beautiful and historically significant antique 14k gold Kappa Sigma fraternity badge belonging to Swarthmore College legend Paul Davis \"Judge\" Endicott.
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This authentic, early 20th-century badge features the classic Kappa Sigma Crescent and Star motif. The crescent is encrusted with genuine seed pearls, framing a highly detailed center. The enameled star displays crossed skeleton keys, a skull and crossbones, and crossed swords atop a textured gold background. The back is fitted with a traditional pin and clasp mechanism and bears the following original, hand-engraved details:
​P.D.E. (The original owner\'s initials)
​Π (Pi Chapter)
​\'17 (Class of 1917)
​H970 (National roster/initiation number)​The Provenance: Paul Davis \"Judge\" Endicott
This is not just a stunning piece of antique jewelry; it carries incredible, documented history. Paul Davis \"Judge\" Endicott was a standout student-athlete and campus leader at Swarthmore College. He is best remembered as the unanimous captain, star punter, and high-scoring halfback of the dominant 1916 Swarthmore football team.
​Beyond his athletic legacy, Endicott was a documented real-life hero. On September 1, 1916—just days before his senior football training camp began—he made front-page news for an act of bravery at sea. While working as a lifeguard off the coast of Atlantic City, a luxury yacht caught fire. Navigating through heavy smoke, Endicott dove into the water, secured tow lines, and successfully rescued a prominent Chicago businessman and his wife before the vessel was completely consumed by flames.​Condition Note:
The badge remains in excellent, original condition with all seed pearls intact and the intricate enamel remarkably well-preserved. It has not been polished or cleaned in order to maintain its century-old antique integrity. Please review all photos closely, as they represent the exact item you will receive.
​A true museum-quality piece for Kappa Sigma brothers, Swarthmore alumni, or antique fraternal jewelry collectors. Please feel free to message with any questions or reasonable offers!