Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Early 20th

A Collection of Early 20th Century American Fraternal, Labor Union, and Commemorative Ribbons and Badges - A collection of early 20th-century commemorative and event-related ribbons and badges, primarily constructed from fabric (silk, satin) and metal, alongside one celluloid pinback button. The items reflect various organizations and events, including those related to fraternal orders, labor unions, and conventions. Visible dates include 1899 and 1937. Key identifying text and markings across the items include 'WILKES-BARRE, 1899', '1ST VICE PRES.', '3rd ANNUAL P.P.A.of P. CONVENTION OFFICER', 'Past. Pres. Jas. B. Schriever Scranton, Pa.', 'OCTOBER 3-4-5 Washington, Penna. 1937', '27 GILT-EDGE', '26', 'MOUNTAINEER', and 'BEAT NORMAL'. Various ornate metal pins, including one four-leaf clover with the initials 'M', 'W', 'L', 'C' on its leaves, adorn the ribbon tops. Ribbons range from approximately 5 to 9 inches in length. Celluloid button measures approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.