Collection of Vintage American Political Campaign Buttons
Political Memorabilia

Collection of Vintage American Political Campaign Buttons

This is a diverse collection of vintage American political campaign memorabilia, specifically pin-back buttons spanning several decades from the mid-20th century to the late 1980s. The focal piece is a large circular celluloid button featuring a black-and-white portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower with the superimposed text 'WIN WITH IKE,' dating to the 1952 or 1956 presidential campaigns. This button has a dark blue border and shows significant age-related yellowing and foxing on the surface. Nearby is a smaller red, white, and blue 'Goldwater' pin from the 1964 campaign and a 'STOP ERA' button, which reflects the political activism of the 1970s. Inside the box, a 'Bush 88' button is visible, indicating the collection includes more modern 1980s pieces. Other items include a 'Veterans for Bush' button featuring George H.W. Bush, a 'Stars & Stripes Forever' rectangular pin with an American flag, and a small circular 'Cooper' pin. The materials are primarily lithographed tin and celluloid over metal. Condition varies across the lot; while some buttons appear bright with intact gloss, others show visible surface oxidation, scratches, and significant atmospheric toning typical of long-term storage in a non-climate-controlled environment. There are no immediate maker's marks visible on the faces, but such items typically feature union bugs or manufacturer stamps on the reverse or edge.

Estimated Value

$125.00 - $185.00

Basic Information

Category

Political Memorabilia

Appraised On

January 15, 2026

Estimated Value

$125.00 - $185.00

Item Description

This is a diverse collection of vintage American political campaign memorabilia, specifically pin-back buttons spanning several decades from the mid-20th century to the late 1980s. The focal piece is a large circular celluloid button featuring a black-and-white portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower with the superimposed text 'WIN WITH IKE,' dating to the 1952 or 1956 presidential campaigns. This button has a dark blue border and shows significant age-related yellowing and foxing on the surface. Nearby is a smaller red, white, and blue 'Goldwater' pin from the 1964 campaign and a 'STOP ERA' button, which reflects the political activism of the 1970s. Inside the box, a 'Bush 88' button is visible, indicating the collection includes more modern 1980s pieces. Other items include a 'Veterans for Bush' button featuring George H.W. Bush, a 'Stars & Stripes Forever' rectangular pin with an American flag, and a small circular 'Cooper' pin. The materials are primarily lithographed tin and celluloid over metal. Condition varies across the lot; while some buttons appear bright with intact gloss, others show visible surface oxidation, scratches, and significant atmospheric toning typical of long-term storage in a non-climate-controlled environment. There are no immediate maker's marks visible on the faces, but such items typically feature union bugs or manufacturer stamps on the reverse or edge.

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