Description
ARTIFACT:
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This is a circa 1920 lapel pin for the Brotherhood of American Railway Express Employees, and early transportation labor union. The pin has a border enameled in blue and white and shows a caboose at its center. It was made by C.A. Winship of Chicago, Illinois,
VINTAGE:Circa 1920.
SIZE:Approximately 9/16" in diameter.
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Gilt brass, enamel.
ATTACHMENT:Single screw post with sleeved disc backing, stabilization post.
MARKINGS:C.A. WINSHIP CHICAGO on backing.
ITEM NOTES:This is from a railroad and express collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. CON-RJK-25-13 LFJX6/13 SLDHX6/17 SDHX8/18
CONDITION:8 (Excellent-): The pin has very light wear only.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.