McKinley-Hobart Campaign Badge, 1896
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Artifact Overview
In 1896, voters who favored a currency backed by gold were called "gold bugs." They used a gold-colored bug as a symbol of their support for this policy. The wings of this mechanical button are hidden beneath the insect's body. Pressing the spring releases images of the Republican presidential ticket and "gold bug" favorites, William McKinley and Garret Hobart.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Badge
Date Made
1896
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
69.145.89
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Length: 1.25 in
Width: 1.5 in
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