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Metadata
Object Name |
Button, Membership |
Catalog Number |
2016.00.123 |
Date |
ca. 1898 |
Material(s) |
Tinplate |
Dimensions |
Dia-1.5 inches |
Description |
This is a United Confederate Veteran Reunion button. The piece is a lithographed button with a brown background and lettering. The center has a sepia toned photograph of Winnie Davis in profile. The inscription around the photograph reads: "UNITED CONFEDERATE VETERAN REUNION," and "IN MEMORY OF/ MISS WINNIE DAVIS/ THE DAUGHTER OF THE CONFEDERACY." There is a black strip of paint along the bottom and right side that covers the reunion dates. |
Notes |
Winnie Davis passed away on September 18, 1898. This button reads "In Memory of Miss Winnie Davis" so it dates to 1898 or later. |
People |
Davis, Varina "Winnie" |
Subjects |
Veterans Veterans' organizations Reunions Badges Button badges |
Search Terms |
UCV United Confederate Veterans Confederate |