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Gift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko, 2023.82.14, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collecti…
Press Badge: Sammy Davis, Jr. Greater Hartford Open, 1985
Gift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko, 2023.82.14, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History collection, No Known Copyright

Press Badge: Sammy Davis, Jr. Greater Hartford Open, 1985

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Frank Lorenzo American, 1928 - 2000
MakerMade by New England Calendar & Novelty Company American, founded 1910
Date1985 July 22-28
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 2 1/2in. (6.4cm)
ClassificationsInformation Artifacts
Credit LineGift of Tracey Lorenzo Budrejko
DescriptionA round pin-back button style press badge issued to Frank Lorenzo of UPI for the Sammy Davis, Jr. Greater Hartford Open in 1985. It has a dark orange background with black text.
Object number2023.82.14
CopyrightNo Known Copyright
InscribedPrinted in black on front: "Canon / GHO / 1985 / SAMMY DAVIS JR. / GREATER HARTFORD OPEN / 1985 / PRESS / JULY 22 - 28 / TOURNAMENT PLAYERS CLUB / OF CONNECTICUT / 14602"

Printed in black on edge: "NECANCO"NotesSubject Note: The Insurance City Open is a professional golf tournament established in 1952. From 1967-2003, it was known as the Greater Hartford Open. In 2007, the name was changed to the Travelers Championship.
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