Original vintage enamel brooch of the Rhode Island Yacht Club, one of the oldest nautical clubs in the United States, founded in 1875. Design: It shows the official guide (burgee) of the club, characterized by a triangle with red and blue bands and a white star in the center. Outer edge: It has the circular writing “RHODE ISLAND YACHT CLUB” in black capital letters on a white enamel background. Nautical elements: At the bottom of the circle is visible the decorative detail of an anchor with a rope. The wear and chapping of the enamel indicate that it is an authentic and original piece. The hook in the back is damaged, a piece is missing from the attached photos