Ribbon, Political
Object number2015.22.166
Manufacturer
J.H. Shaw Company
Date1880
MediumFabric; Ink; Metal
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionBlack ribbon attached to black circular pin. Silver-toned text throughout.Dimensions4.438 x 1.563 in. (11.3 x 4 cm)InscriptionsFrom top-down in silver-toned ink reads: "IN / MEMORIAM / ANTI / COBDEN / CLUB."
MarksOn reverse side, a maker's mark printed on paper in the pin reads: "J. H. SHAW / 415 / BULLETIN BLDG. / PHILA."
Historical NotesCobden probably refers to Richard Cobden of England and his ideas on free trade and the free market.
Related institution
Anti-Cobden Club
Related institution
Republican Party
(United States, founded 1854)
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