Pin, Political

Object number2007.147.7 a,b

Date1880-1914

MediumMetal; paint

Credit LineGift of Beverly A. Scott Harrington and Eileen M. Scott Gritton

DescriptionCircular metal political pin with screw and sharp point in back. Painted gold, red, white, and blue. Gold organizational text around the perimeter. In center, gold eagle on red background, with a blue banner across feet featuring gold text. Separate circular backing.Dimensions0.625 x 0.625 in. (1.6 x 1.6 cm)
Inscriptions(a)
In gold around perimeter "Y.M.R.C. / PITTSBURGH".

In center is blue banner with gold text "TARIFF".
Historical NotesPin related to Young Men's Republican Club of Pittsburgh to which John Britton Remley (1844-1914), a Pittsburgh businessman and Civil War veteran, belonged. Part of a collection that documents Mr. Remley's business, social, and fraternal activities. Married twice with several children, John Britton Remley was at one time involved in the shoe industry and was also a grocer. In addition to his businesses, he was a member of the Tancred Commandery No. 48, which was a Pittsburgh Knights Templar branch.

Previous owner John Britton Remley (1844 - 1914)

Related institution Grand Army of the Republic

Related institution Young Men's Republican Club

Related institution Republican Party (United States, founded 1854)

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