Benjamin Harrison Campaign Stickpin, 1888, 1892

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Artifact Overview

The Republican Party selected Benjamin Harrison to run for president in 1888 and 1892. Harrison was a proponent of strong protective tariffs, sound money and pensions for Civil War veterans. He was also the grandson of a William Henry Harrison, the ninth President of the United States. Touting "protection" and his family's political lineage, Benjamin won in 1888, but lost in 1892.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Stickpin

Date Made

1888-1892

Place of Creation

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

72.31.241

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Shell
Brass (Alloy)
Cardboard

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)
Gold (Color)

Dimensions

Length: 1.25 in
Width: 1.5 in

Benjamin Harrison Campaign Stickpin, 1888, 1892