Nice old pin came in a bulk jewelry bag I’ve posted stuff from before. I look at a few things from the bag every time I’m back visiting family. There was a Wolverine Automobile Co., their logo was different but they used different wolverines in print ads. University of Michigan is the other prime candidate. I’m sure there were smaller regional schools with a wolverine mascot. Or maybe it’s just for fun without any clear tie in? Has anyone seen this tough lookin fella before? Looks like maybe something could be missing in bottom area? photo taken on my Puma sweatpants that a bulldogs been rubbing against for two days lol. Quarter for scale.
This isn't yours exactly but seems to have a similar slot with ribbon. https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/vintage-1908-upper-peninsula-firemens-478268119
I.O.O.F.DIAMOND JUBILEE 1899 DETROIT S.G.L.MICHIGAN WOLVERINE OFFICIAL BADGE PIN I.O.O.F.DIAMOND JUBILEE 1899 DETROIT S.G.L.MICHIGAN WOLVERINE OFFICIAL BADGE PIN | eBay IOOF Odd Fellows 1899 DETROIT Michigan pinback badge medal ^ | #2085777923 (worthpoint.com) 1899 IOOF Odd Fellows Badge Medal Pin Detroit- Fraternal | #3824872263 (worthpoint.com)
Oh wow. Thanks TC & SIS! How cool is that. Maybe I’ll find the rest of it as I shuffle through the bag! People were lucky to live in an era of such nicely made souvenirs. We would just get a plastic piece of junk now.
