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Vintage Trade Labor & Brotherhood Union Pinback & Lapel Pin Collection β Lot of 16
Up for sale is a fantastic, historical collection of 16 vintage trade labor union pins and buttons primarily dating from the 1940s and 1950s. This instant collection represents iconic historic American labor organizations including the A.F. of L., C.I.O., U.A.W., and Teamsters.
This lot includes a mix of celluloid/metal pinback buttons and smaller metal lapel uniform pins. The collection is cleanly mounted on a vintage protective white display card insert. Both front and back profiles are fully photographed so you can buy with total confidence regarding the exact condition of the hardware and makers.
π What is Included in this 16-Piece Lot:
Top Row Pinbacks:
β’ United Steelworkers of America β January 1957 (Green/White, "USA")
β’ A.F. of L. Triangular Uniform Pin β "Dues Paid" stamped design
β’ I.B. of F. & O. (International Brotherhood of Firemen and Oilers) β August 1941, A.F. of L. (Yellow/White)
β’ United Steelworkers / Local 48 Colorado β Small silver-tone pinback
β’ Drivers & Dairy Employees β December 1940, A.F. of L. Large focal button manufactured by the historic Western Badge & Novelty Co. (St. Paul, Minn.).
Middle Row Pinbacks:
β’ U.A.W. (United Auto Workers) β Stamped metal Retired Member pin
β’ Electrical Industrial Employees Union β Local 18476, A.F. of L., Apr-May-Jun 1934 (Orange/White)
β’ Machinists Non-Partisan Political League (IAM) β "Registered to Vote" (Red/White/Blue)
β’ Truck Drivers I.B. of T.C.W. & H. (Teamsters) β Local 413, January 1952 (Orange/Green)
β’ I.U. of M.M.& S.W. of A. (Mine, Mill and Smelter Workers) β January 1947, C.I.O. (Blue/White)
Bottom Mounted Lapel Pins:
β’ Ladies Auxiliary N.P.E.C.A. β Enamel circular pin (Blue/White)
β’ United Federation of Postal Clerks β Shield-shaped insignia pin
βPlease note backing missing on this one.β
β’ UA (United Association of Plumbers/Pipefitters) β Circular gold-tone tie-tack style pin with security chain
β’ Historic Blue & Gold Crest Emblem Pin β Fine textured background finish
β’ State & County Municipal Union Pin β Green outer ring design
β’ C.I.O. Triangular Pin β Stamped silver-toned "Dues Paid" uniform accent βPlease note backing missing on this oneβ
π Condition Note
Please inspect all photos carefully. These items are authentic vintage collectibles showing beautiful, real-world wear from active union members decades ago. Front faces carry excellent shelf-appeal. Back plates show typical vintage aging and tarnish.
Lot #(Y270)
