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Vintage 1964 American Legion Auxiliary convention badge featuring a memorial portrait of John F. Kennedy (1917–1963). Issued for the 46th Annual Convention held in Syracuse, New York in July 1964. Features “Dept. of New York” text, original ribbon, pin back, and detailed silver tone metal badge design. Manufactured by Bastian Bros. Company of Rochester, New York. A fascinating piece of mid-century patriotic and political memorabilia created less than a year after JFK’s assassination. Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate wear, patina, and ribbon discoloration consistent with age. Pin assembly appears intact. Please see photos/details shown live for best assessment. Keywords: American Legion Auxiliary, JFK memorabilia, John F Kennedy, Bastian Bros, convention badge, Dept of New York, Syracuse New York, 1964 convention, patriotic memorabilia, political memorabilia, vintage medal, fraternal collectible, historical ephemera, veterans memorabilia, mid century collectible