J.I.Case Threshing Machine Co pin

[tinpan]

Hi all Any ideas how old this J.I.Case Threshing machine pin is?

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[jeff of pa]

The eagle atop the globe is known as Old Abe and was adopted as a J. I. Case trademark in 1865. However, the globe was added some years later. The stickpin that You found is from the late 1800's or early 1900's.

Old Abe was a real eagle and reportedly originally served as a mascot of Co. C., Wisconsin 8th Regt., during the Civil War. He continued to appear in parades and at veterans events until his death in 1881.

Here are a couple of links to more info.


http://steamtraction.farmcollector.com/steam-engines/company-history/the-case-eagle.aspx

http://www.racinehistory.com/jicase.html

 

[Gypsy Heart]

Nice find pal