Pin, Political
Object number2018.39.51 a,b
Date1988
MediumBrass; Enamel
Credit LineGift of Brian Butko
DescriptionBrass and enamel political pin. Pin is in the shape of a brown enamel donkey copulating with a gray enamel elephant; the donkey has the male role; both animals are outlined in gold and are on a gold background along the bottom. Reverse is shiny brass with post at top with brass clutch back fastener. DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a-b): 0.75 x 0.75 x 0.375 in. (1.9 x 1.9 x 1 cm)Height x Width x Depth (a): 0.75 x 0.75 x 0.375 in. (1.9 x 1.9 x 1 cm)
Diameter x Depth (b): 0.5 x 0.25 in. (1.3 x 0.6 cm)
Inscriptions(a)
Donkey has red enamel "88" on its side.
Marks(a)
Reverse has maker's mark near center "[diamond symbol] LOCAL A".
Historical NotesPart of a collection of political memorabilia related to Andrew Butko's involvement in national, state, and local Democratic Party politics.
Previous owner
Andrew Butko
(1921 - 1991)
Related institution
Democratic Party
On View
Not on view
1984
B.A. Ballou Company
1984
1987
