A 1950s swizzle stick from the Hotel Barnum in Bridgeport, Connecticut — a circus-spirited nod to the city's most famous son.
Venue: Hotel Barnum, Bridgeport, Connecticut
Maker: Beacon Sportster
Materials: Hard plastic, pink
Origin: USA
Era: 1950s–1960s
Condition: Used, very good condition. Some writing worn in spots on some sticks — all photographed individually for your review. Please review all photos before purchasing, as all sales are final. Sold individually, price is per stick
This swizzle stick is topped with a bright pink figural elephant, a playful reference to P.T. Barnum's legendary showmanship. We have several available, each photographed individually so you can choose the condition you prefer.
A perfect gift for the swizzle stick collector, the circus history enthusiast, the Barnum fan, or anyone who needs a little pink elephant energy on their bar cart.
The Hotel Barnum in Bridgeport, Connecticut honored the city's most famous son with this delightfully circus-spirited design. P.T. Barnum — founder of the Barnum & Bailey Circus, promoter of Jumbo the elephant, and one of America's great entertainers — called Bridgeport home, and the Hotel Barnum carried his legacy with flair well into the mid-twentieth century.
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