Description: 1896 Montgomery Ward Co Electric Horseless Carriage Electric Automobile Pinback Button 1.25" Pinback Button Date circa 1896 Manufactured in USA by Whitehead & Hoag Badge measures approx 1.25" diameter Good condition with original pin fittings and paper label. NOTE couple of small light scratches on front as pictured. Some tarnishing and marks on reverse and edges In 1896 Montgomery Ward was the first catalog retailer to feature an automobile, an electric car produced by the American Electric Vehicle Company. The electric runabout provided seating for four passengers and reached a top speed of 14 miles per hour. Montgomery Ward used the cars for promotional purposes only and didn't market them to consumers. This model was discontinued by 1902.approx. 1.25" diameter celluloid.full color graphics.made by Whitehead and Hoag and dated 1896 (so marked on curl)has the original item specific back paper with Montgomery Ward money back guarantee.colors are strong and bright with some gentle rubbing. See photos for details Rare example Other Hard to Find badges listed Combined postage available
Price: 145 GBP
Location: Cheltenham
End Time: 2024-12-18T08:25:55.000Z
Shipping Cost: 31.55 GBP
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Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Type: Badges/ Pins
Decade: Pre 1940s
Manufacturer: Whitehead & Hoag
Theme: Advertising
Material: Celluloid
Sub-Theme: Transportation
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
