Button, Campaign
Object number2015.22.1077
Datec.1920
MediumMedal; Paper; Ink; Celluloid
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionCircular, metal, open-back button with short, vertical pinback. Face of button has an off-white background with a red, white and blue shield in the center. White text within the blue section of the shield.Dimensions1 x 0.125 x 0.938 in. (2.5 x 0.3 x 2.4 cm)InscriptionsWhite text through blue section of shield reads "WOMEN / SHOULD VOTE". Front
Historical NotesSince this button is undated, it's message--"Women Should Vote"--may be a slogan supporting the campaign for women's suffrage, or it may be encouraging women after the 19th Amendment's ratification in 1920 to use their new right.
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