I ran across this super cool cardboard display sheet, advertised as being from the 1950s, in an older auction catalog from December 2000. I’ve found a few more examples online, but with no additional historical info.
The copy above was described as an 11” x 16” cardboard display sheet featuring 144 assorted 3/4” pin-back buttons still attached. It included a bunch of “Team” pins of the White Sox, Browns, Red Sox, Tigers, Phillies, and Dodgers, along with a few “Slogan” pins, including a bunch of “I am a Yankee Fan” and “I am a Giants Fan” examples. The sheet was described as being in VG condition, while the buttons were mostly NM/MT.
Inside The Park Collectibles auctioned off the following example in June 2021. However, it went unsold with a $350 minimum bid.
They mentioned it was the first time they had seen the display, which they described as “50’s/50’s.” They also said the display was 12.5” x 15”.
I still have a few button books to pick up for The Hobby Library, so in the meantime, if you know anything about these displays, please share!
sweet!!!
Right?! I’d like to find one to display.