Badge, Political
Object number2015.22.300
Manufacturer
J.H. Shaw Company
Date1894
MediumFabric; Metal; Ink
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionRed and white thin ribbons with gold-toned text attached to pin. U.S. flag fabric covers circular portion of pin. On the reverse side of pin is a maker's mark stamped into metal back.
DimensionsHeight x Width: 3.625 x 1.938 in. (9.2 x 4.9 cm)InscriptionsGold-toned text. Red ribbon reads: "HASTINGS" and the white ribbon reads: "GILKESON".
MarksOn the reverse side of pin is a maker's mark stamped into metal back that reads: "J. H. SHAW CO. / PHILA."
Related person
Daniel H. Hastings
Related person
Benjamin F. Gilkeson
Related institution
Republican Party
(United States, founded 1854)
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