Button, Political
Object number2015.22.114
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 a man in the center with embossed text below.
On reverse side, loop attached to button to be sewn to clothing. Maker's mark on back.Dimensions0.566 x 0.875 in. (1.4 x 2.2 cm)InscriptionsIn the center is an image of a man's bust, with "J.D.C" underneath.
MarksMaker's mark reads: From left-center across the tope, reads: "JACOB REEDS SONS". Along the bottom reads: "PHIL".
Collector
Carl Krasik
Related person
James Donald Cameron
Related institution
Republican Party
(United States, founded 1854)
On View
Not on view
Schul-Sons
Schul-Sons
Schul-Sons
