Pinback button featuring a portrait of Bessie Coleman

mid to late 20th century

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Washington, D.C., United States

A circular pinback button featuring a sepia portrait of the aviator Bessie Coleman. The portrait is the one used on her aviation license issued by the Federation Aeronautique Internationale.

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Title: Pinback button featuring a portrait of Bessie Coleman
Date Created: mid to late 20th century
Physical Dimensions: Diameter: 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
Subject Keywords: Women, Transportation, History
Medium: metal and plastic

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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