Button, Political
Object number2015.22.113
Manufacturer
Jacob Reed's Sons
Date1877-1897
MediumMetal
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionGold-toned circular button with image of man's bust in center, with raised text underneath. On reverse side is the loop that would be sewn through to attach to a shirt. Maker's mark surrounds this loop.DimensionsDiameter x Depth: 0.625 × 0.5 in. (1.6 × 1.3 cm)InscriptionsGold-toned circular button with image of man's bust in center, with "J.D.C." underneath.
MarksMaker's mark surrounds this loop, starting in center left section, and reads: "JACOB REEDS SONS". Along the bottom reads: "PHIL".
Related person
James Donald Cameron
Related institution
Republican Party
(United States, founded 1854)
On View
Not on view
1892
1847-1969
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