Gift of Audrey D. Brett and M. Adler Dobkin, 1999.164.15 © 2014 The Connecticut Historical Soc ...

Political Buttons

MakerMade by Bastian Brothers Company (American, founded 1895)

Date1952-1959

MediumPlastic, metal

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 1/2in. (3.8cm)

ClassificationsGovernment and Politics

Credit LineGift of Audrey D. Brett and M. Adler Dobkin

Object number1999.164.15

DescriptionBlue and white campaign pin-back button. Border of button is blue while center is white with blue print, "RE-ELECT /BILL /PURTELL /U.S. SENATOR"; printed at the center is a union label, "ALLIED PRINTING /TRADES COUNCIL /UNION /LABEL /ROCHESTER /19". Engraved on the back, "B. B. CO. /UNION LABEL /ROCHESTER".

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