Artist/Maker
Bastian Brothers Co.
(American, founded 1895)
Campaign of
Herbert Henry Lehman
(American, 1878 – 1963)
Pin-back button
ca. 1946
Place madeNew York, United States, North America
Metal
Overall: 1/2 in. ( 1.3 cm )
Gift of David Klotz
2001.93
Herbert H. Lehman ran unsuccessfully for a seat in the U.S. Senate in 1946 and lost. However, in 1949 he won a special election and was re-elected to a full term in 1950.
DescriptionCircular metal pin-back button "LEHMAN/FOR/SENATOR"; white and blue.ClassificationsLAPEL DEVICES (PIN-BACK BUTTONS & BADGES)
