1930 Ness County Kansas Old Settlers Reunion 50th Ribbon Badge Jap Rogers 1878

This ribbon badge comes from the Old Settlers Reunion held in Ness City, Kansas, on June 10-11, 1930, a gathering marking 50 years of Ness County. Reunions like this brought pioneer families together each year, and the badges were worn on the day and then tucked away as keepsakes. This one is personalized with a name bar reading 'Jap Rogers 1878,' a nice touch for Kansas history, genealogy and Old Settlers collectors.

Details

• A purple satin ribbon with silver print gives the event, county and dates.
• Hanging from it is an ornate scroll-framed medal with a red-printed covered wagon and ox team on a cream disc, which suits the pioneer theme.
• The name bar has a star-patterned border and a typed card.
• The back of the ribbon carries a St. Louis, Mo. button company imprint.
• Weighs about 1.3 oz.

Condition: Heavy dark tarnish and oxidation on the medal and name bar, creasing to the ribbon with some wear to the silver printing (COUNTY, KANSAS, JUNE), and an aged name card. Ribbon, medal and name bar are all present and attached, and no breaks are visible. See photos.

The photos are part of the description, and it will be packed with care.