Pin, Campaign
Object number2015.22.285
Date1890-1899
MediumMetal; Paper; Celluloid; Ink
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionYellowing button with photograph of man in center facing proper right attached to metal stickpin.White text above and below image, and maker's mark on back of button.DimensionsHeight x Width: 1.75 × 0.875 in. (4.4 × 2.2 cm)InscriptionsAbove photograph in center reads: "FOR GOVERNOR". Below photograph reads: "AMOS H. MYLIN".
MarksMaker's mark on reverse side readS: "J.H.SHAW CO." along the top of the pin and "PHILADA." along the bottom.
Historical NotesMylin was Auditor General from 1894/5-1898.
Related person
Amos H. Mylin
Related institution
Republican Party
(United States, founded 1854)
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Not on view
1894
1890-1899
1890-1899
1894