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Rare 1902 White Earth Reservation 34th Anniversary Pinback Button (Ojibwe / Chippewa History)
Up for your consideration is a highly collectible and historically significant celluloid pinback button commemorating the 34th Anniversary of the White Earth Reservation in Minnesota, dated June 13-14, 1902.
The White Earth Indian Reservation was established by treaty in 1868 for the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Nation. This pin marks the 34th anniversary of that founding, with the June dates corresponding to the annual White Earth Powwow and Celebration—a tradition honoring the relocation of the first families to the reservation.
This piece is a fantastic crossover collectible, appealing to those interested in Native American history, Minnesota state history, and early 20th-century political/event pinbacks.
Item Details:
Event: 34th Anniversary of White Earth (June 13-14, 1902)
Design: Cream background with sharp blue typography, framed by a delicate, multi-color floral border.
Size: Measures ~1\" diameter.
Backing: Spring-pin style. The original manufacturer\'s paper insert is intact on the reverse, proudly displaying the Allied Printing union label and the foundational 1894 and 1896 celluloid patent dates.
This button has been incredibly well-preserved for being over 120 years old and would make a standout addition to any historical collection.
