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Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts

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Badge Pin

Jewelry

Badge pin has crossed American flags printed on celluloid plastic surrounded by decorative copper edging. There are 2 pins on the back; a safety pin to attach to clothing. The second, lower, longer pin holds a cloth ribbon or other informational material printed on cloth banner. These 2 pins are made from same piece of wire. Stamped onto the back is THE WHITEHEAD & HOAG CO. NEWARK NJ PAT OCT. 18.92 MAR 7,93. 2 1/2" long 1" wide

2025.16.136

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1890 - 1915

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