Heinz Pickle Pin, circa 2014
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The pickle charm, introduced in the 1890s, was H.J. Heinz's most successful promotion and giveaway. The charm eventually evolved into a lapel pin, allowing customers to wear their souvenirs in public -- a simple, yet extremely effective marketing strategy. Pickle pins were given out at special promotional exhibits, during factory tours, and by request.
The pickle charm, introduced in the 1890s, was H.J. Heinz's most successful promotion and giveaway. The charm eventually evolved into a lapel pin, allowing customers to wear their souvenirs in public -- a simple, yet extremely effective marketing strategy. Pickle pins were given out at special promotional exhibits, during factory tours, and by request.
Artifact
Pin (Jewelry)
Date Made
circa 2014
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2014.110.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Saige Evans Jedele.
Material
Plastic
Metal
Color
Green
Dimensions
Height: 1.25 in
Width: 1.25 in
Length: 0.438 in
Inscriptions
On front: HEINZ On bottom: Made in China
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