Pinback, Mini Buster Brown Shoes "Brownbilt Club" Advertising Pin, circa 1950s, USA

Buster Brown and his dog Tige appear on this Brownbilt Club advertising pin — a comic strip character turned one of America's most enduring shoe brands.

• Maker: Unmarked
• Subject: Buster Brown Shoes / Brownbilt Club Loyalty Program
• Materials: Metal
• Dimensions: Approx. 7/8 inch Diameter
• Origin: USA
• Era: Circa 1950s
• Condition: Very Good vintage condition. Original, expected age wear. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
• Note: Small size — please review photos carefully before purchasing.

The front reads "Brownbilt Club, Buster Brown Brownbilt Shoes." The back, difficult to read, appears to read "Brown-bilt shoes for men — for women, Buster Brown shoes for boys — for girls." Dated circa 1950s based on the logo style.

Buster Brown was originally a comic strip character created by cartoonist Richard Outcault, running in the New York Herald from 1902 to 1920. Outcault then sold the rights to multiple companies — most famously to the Buster Brown Shoe Company, which turned the round-faced boy and his dog Tige into one of the most successful advertising campaigns in American retail history. The Brownbilt Club was a loyalty program for Buster Brown customers, where members earned points and special deals.

For an advertising collectibles collector, a Buster Brown enthusiast, or anyone who grew up lacing up a pair.

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