1936 "Young Landon and Knox" Republican Campaign Pinback

Description: ebay template home | Shop | about us | Feedback | contact us Shop VDG Militaria strives to always properly represent all items listed. Thank you for browsing and happy collecting! Product Description VDG Militaria strives to accurately represent all items listed. Below are the details for this specific product:This original "Young Landon and Knox" pinback button dates back to the 1936 U.S. presidential campaign. It features a sunflower design, a symbol representing Kansas, the home state of Republican candidate Alf Landon. The button prominently displays "Landon and Knox" in yellow lettering, signifying support for the Republican ticket of Alf Landon for President and Frank Knox for Vice President.The back of the pin is stamped with the maker's mark: Bastian Bros. Co., Rochester, N.Y., which was a well-known manufacturer of buttons and novelties during this era. The button measures approximately 1 inch in diameter.Historical Context: The 1936 presidential election was a significant one, as it saw the incumbent President Franklin D. Roosevelt running for a second term against Kansas Governor Alf Landon. Landon and his running mate, Frank Knox, were the Republican challengers. Despite a spirited campaign, Landon and Knox were defeated in a landslide victory by Roosevelt. The "Young Republicans" were an active part of the campaign, showing support through items like this pin.This pin is a wonderful piece of political history and a tangible reminder of the 1936 Republican campaign efforts.Condition: The pin shows minor signs of age and wear consistent with its vintage status. The metal backing and pin are intact, with the original pin mechanism still functional.Measurements:Diameter: Approximately 1 inchMaker's Mark:Bastian Bros. Co., Rochester, N.Y.Please refer to the photos for a detailed view of the pin's condition and markings. About VDG Militaria VDG Militaria is dedicated to providing authentic, original military antiques. We specialize in items from various historical eras, including World War I, World War II, and beyond. Our mission is to preserve military history through the sale and collection of original memorabilia. Shipping & Returns Orders are generally shipped within 4-5 business days via USPS with tracking numbers. Combined shipping is available upon request. We accept returns for damaged items or concerns regarding authenticity. Contact Us If you have any questions about this item or VDG Militaria, feel free to contact us via eBay messaging. We are happy to assist you with any inquiries or concerns. Payments Shipping Returns Feedback All major credit cards Orders are generally shipped within 4-5 business days via USPS with tracking number. We are happy to combine shipping to give you the best shipping rate possible. However, PLEASE REQUEST A TOTAL BEFORE PAYING FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS. If you fail to do so, we will ship your items out individually and will NOT be able refund shipping prices. We get hundreds of orders every day, and do not have time to sort through individual orders and retroactively combine shipping when the buyer fails to properly request an invoice. For more on how to request a total, please refer to eBay's guidelines on combined shipping. Items shipped internationally via the Global Shipping Program CAN NOT be combined due to eBay's policy. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return it for a refund in its original packaging We accept returns

Price: 15.99 USD

Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota

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