Patrons of Husbandry Badge, Ashfield, Massachusetts Grange, 1890s

Collectibles : Fraternal Groups

 

This is a ribbon or badge from Ashfield Grange (Patrons of Husbandry) No. 69, in Massachusetts.

The ribbon is dark blue with silver ink printing. There is a very beautiful celluloid pin at the top with two flags and the letters “P. H.”, set in a curved gilt metal frame. Hanging from the pin is a second ribbon in red, white and blue, with a circular celluloid button printed with symbols of the Patrons of Husbandry organization. Gold metallic fringe edges the bottom.

On the back of the blue ribbon is the manufacturers label – Fuller Regalia & Costume Co., in Worcester, Massachusetts. The date of 1890 is a good estimate because my similar ribbon on Ruby Lane, #1214, has patent dates in the 1890s on its label. Also, the badge’s manufacturer, Fuller Regalia, was in business in Worcester only up to 1903.

This piece is in good condition except that the red and white sections of the second ribbon are split at the top of the button. This can be seen in the photo.

This item will be protectively boxed and shipped by first class mail, including postal insurance within the US. International postal insurance may be declined if not desired.

Item ID: 3679