Pin, Political
Object number2015.22.1330
Date1938
Mediummetal; ink
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionMetal lithographic political tab. Bottom section is shaped like the state of Pennsylvania, and the top is an extended piece of circular metal that folds to attach to clothing. Lower section has red and blue background, divided diagonally through center, with white text throughout. Blue section has a union label on right side. Circular piece is white with blue union labels. Back of entire piece is gray.Dimensions1 × 0.938 in. (2.5 × 2.4 cm)InscriptionsRight section of red section reads “EARLE”, and blue section reads “JONES”.
MarksLithographers' International Protective and Beneficial Association of the United States and Canada (LIPBA) union label in blue section. LIPBA union label and a Sheet Metal Worker’s International Association in top section.
Related person
Charles Alvin Jones
Related person
George H. Earle III
Related institution
Sheet Metal Workers' International Association
Related institution
Democratic Party
Related institution
Lithographers' International Protective and Beneficial Association of the United States and Canada
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