Vintage American Red Cross Pin Lot Junior Red Cross Blood Donor 8 Pieces Litho
American Red Cross & Junior Red Cross
Pinback Button and Stick Pin Collection
Metal and Litho, 8 Pieces, Mid-20th Century
A diverse collection of eight vintage American Red Cross pins, representing various branches of the humanitarian organization. This lot includes several American Junior Red Cross (AJRC) membership badges, a "Serve" slogan pin, and a distinctive blood drop stick pin. These items serve as historical artifacts of American volunteerism and civilian service, likely dating from the mid-20th century through the WWII era.
• Includes 7 pinback/tab style buttons and 1 blood drop-shaped stick pin
• Features identifiable American Junior Red Cross shield logos and the "Serve" humanitarian badge
• Maker's marks for Geraghty & Co. Chicago visible on the reverse of select pins
• Sizes range from approximately 0.5 inches to 1 inch in diameter
Condition: Items are in vintage condition with visible signs of age. Several pins show surface oxidation, rust on the reverse metal components, and light foxing or paint loss on the lithograph surfaces. The tab-style pin exhibits significant patina and aging. All pins and fasteners are present but show varying degrees of tarnishing and wear consistent with age and historical use.