Pin, Promotional

Object number2019.126.1 a-e

Manufacturer H. J. Heinz Company (founded 1888)

Date2019

MediumPlastic; Paint; Metal

Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection

DescriptionGroup of five gold plastic pins shaped like pickles.DimensionsHeight x Length x Depth (a-d): 0.313 × 1.25 × 0.313 in. (0.8 × 3.2 × 0.8 cm)
Height x Length x Depth (e): 0.313 × 1.188 × 0.313 in. (0.8 × 3 × 0.8 cm)
InscriptionsFront reads: "HEINZ"
Marks"CHINA" printed under safety pin.
Historical NotesThese gold pickle pins were made to celebrate the 150 anniversay of the H.J. Heinz Company. Called one of the most successful marketing promotions of all time, the Heinz pickle pin (charm) has been a part of company branding since 1893.Label TextCalled one of the most successful marketing promotions of all time, the Heinz pickle pin (charm) has been a part of company branding since 1893. Heinz produced these gold pickle pins to celebrate their 150th anniversary.

Related institution The Kraft Heinz Company (founded 2015)

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