Antique Champion Whitely Fassler & Kelly gold filled harvesting machine brooch

This incredible little piece of history dates to between 1856 when the company was established and 1881 when Kelly left the firm and has had a couple of minor repairs to the rear which would have taken place also during times of antiquity as evidenced by the components used. Front showcases an embossed scene of a horse pulling a harvesting machine and rider. Partially obscured, the rear is inscribed- “Champion Compliments of Whitely, Fassler, & Kelly Springfield, Ohio” This firm enjoyed a massive success in the mid 1800s as a premier inventor and manufacturer of harvesting equipment in Springfield. Please see photos for selling price of identical auctioned pin and for measurements in inches. Tags: Victorian American history Civil War era 1800s figural engraved engravings etched etchings scripted texts museum quality rare collectibles accessories Last minute Christmas gifts presents for him boyfriend fiancé dad daddy father fathers day son brother uncle grandpa grandfather her girlfriend wife mothers day mom daughter sister aunt grandma grandmother anniversary birthday Valentines happy Valentine’s Day date dating love romantic