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Gift of Elayne Z. Stockwell, 2007.7.1 © 2007 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Pin-back Button
Gift of Elayne Z. Stockwell, 2007.7.1 © 2007 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Pin-back Button

DateMay 1919
MediumWhite metal and laminated paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 3/4in. (1.9cm)
ClassificationsInformation Artifacts
Credit LineGift of Elayne Z. Stockwell
DescriptionWhite metal button covered with blue laminated paper. Printed in white on the paper is, "MAY/ C*D*H*A/ 1919". A yellow metal wire circles the inside of the back of the button; one pointed side of the wire sticks out to form a pin, allowing the button to be attached to clothing.
Object number2007.7.1
InscribedPrinted in white on the paper that covers the front of the button is, "MAY/ C*D*H*A/ 1919".
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
    Pin-back Button
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    1858
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