1890s antique M.W.A. HENRY CLAY CAMP elm grove wv WATCHMAN RIBBON BADGE MEMORIAL For Sale

1890s antique M.W.A. HENRY CLAY CAMP elm grove wv WATCHMAN RIBBON BADGE MEMORIAL
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Antique fraternal ribbon and medal from Littlestown Council No. 544, Junior Order United American Mechanics (Jr. O. U. A. M.), located in Littlestown, Pennsylvania. This example remains with its original manufacturer’s envelope, an uncommon survival that adds strong historical and collector value.

The Junior Order United American Mechanics was a prominent American fraternal organization founded in the mid-19th century, emphasizing patriotism, civic virtue, skilled labor, and American industry. Councils like Littlestown No. 544 were active in parades, ceremonies, and public events, where ribbons of this type were worn.

This piece features:

Red, white, and blue silk ribbon

Original celluloid medal with Jr. O. U. A. M. emblem

Ornate top bar with clasped-hands motif

Original gold fringe

Accompanying original Pettibone Bros. Manufacturing Co. envelope, Cincinnati, Ohio

(noted suppliers of regalia for fraternal and secret societies)

Approximate size: 3 x 6.5 inches (ribbon)

Estimated date: circa 1895–1905, based on celluloid construction, ribbon style, typography, and Pettibone Bros. production period.

Condition:

Antique and fragile. Ribbon shows expected age wear including creasing, small splits, fading, and fabric thinning. Medal and bar remain intact. Envelope shows handling wear, folds, and toning consistent with age. Please examine all photos carefully.

A strong complete example of turn-of-the-century American fraternal regalia, especially desirable with original envelope.

Authentic period piece related to family, historyor local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.Vintage or Antique.

CONDITION: See listing description and photos.











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