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The Beatles Pinback Button Lot — 5 Pieces
The Beatles, Music Memorabilia
Vintage, Circa 1960s-1980s
This collection of vintage Beatles memorabilia features a variety of pinback buttons spanning different eras of the band's history and solo legacies. Included is a significant large-format memorial button produced following John Lennon's passing in 1980, alongside classic group portraits and logo designs. Such pins were staples of fan culture during the British Invasion and remained popular commemorative items for decades.
Items Included:
• John Lennon Memorial Button — Large pink and white pin reading "In Memory of a Great BEATLE" with birth and death dates (1940-1980), approximately 2.25 inches.
• B&W Group Portrait Button — Features the band in early suits with the "Beatles" script logo, approximately 1.25 inches.
• "The Beatles' Story" Button — Group image set against a Union Jack flag background, approximately 1 inch.
• Stylized Logo Button — Red background with yellow "BEATLES" text surrounded by stars, approximately 1.25 inches.
• George Harrison Portrait Button — Black and white individual portrait with a facsimile signature, approximately 1.25 inches.
Condition: The pins are in good vintage condition. The front celluloid surfaces show light scuffs and minor shelf wear consistent with age, but the graphics remain bright and legible. The metal reverse sides show varying degrees of oxidation and surface rust typical for vintage tin-litho and celluloid buttons. All safety pin mechanisms are present and appear functional.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
The Beatles Pinback Button Lot — 5 Pieces
The Beatles, Music Memorabilia
Vintage, Circa 1960s-1980s
This collection of vintage Beatles memorabilia features a variety of pinback buttons spanning different eras of the band's history and solo legacies. Included is a significant large-format memorial button produced following John Lennon's passing in 1980, alongside classic group portraits and logo designs. Such pins were staples of fan culture during the British Invasion and remained popular commemorative items for decades.
Items Included:
• John Lennon Memorial Button — Large pink and white pin reading "In Memory of a Great BEATLE" with birth and death dates (1940-1980), approximately 2.25 inches.
• B&W Group Portrait Button — Features the band in early suits with the "Beatles" script logo, approximately 1.25 inches.
• "The Beatles' Story" Button — Group image set against a Union Jack flag background, approximately 1 inch.
• Stylized Logo Button — Red background with yellow "BEATLES" text surrounded by stars, approximately 1.25 inches.
• George Harrison Portrait Button — Black and white individual portrait with a facsimile signature, approximately 1.25 inches.
Condition: The pins are in good vintage condition. The front celluloid surfaces show light scuffs and minor shelf wear consistent with age, but the graphics remain bright and legible. The metal reverse sides show varying degrees of oxidation and surface rust typical for vintage tin-litho and celluloid buttons. All safety pin mechanisms are present and appear functional.
