William McKinley Campaign Stickpin, 1896

Summary

In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.

In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.

Artifact

Stickpin

Date Made

1896

Creators

Unknown

Place of Creation

United States 

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

69.145.95

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Brass (Alloy)
Enameled

Color

Gold (Color)
Blue

Dimensions

Height: 2.25 in

Width: 1 in

Inscriptions

"McKINLEY PROTECTION SOUND MONEY"/...

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