Description: ARTIFACT: This is a circa 1940s blue enameled lapel badge for the Westminster Kennel Club (WKC). The club got its start in New York City in 1877, and was named for a hotel where gentleman of the sporting persuasion would gather to drink and compare shooting scores. Soon the First Annual New York Bench Show of Dogs was held, and the show eventually became the second longest continuously running sporting event in the nation. The badge is by the Kenney Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. VINTAGE: Circa 1940s. SIZE: Approximately 13/16" in diameter. MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Gilt brass, blue enameled areas. ATTACHMENT: Single screw post with disc backing, non-moveable pin bar. MARKINGS: THE KENNEY CO. PHILA. PA.
Price: 89.99 USD
Location: Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2024-12-02T14:54:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Animal Class: Dog
Brand: Westminster Kennel Club
Type: Jewelry
Material: Metal
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Handmade: No
