Rare 1912 National Progressive Convention Alternate Delegate Badge Roosevelt For Sale

This medal/badge is from the 1912 Progressive National Convention held in support of Theodore Roosevelt. The badges that were issued were Delegate, Alternate, Guest, and Press. This one \"Alternate\" appears to be the rarest version of this medal as this appears to be one of the only survivors, and the only survivor currently, or ever, offered for public sale, making this a possibly unique example. Overall the medal is in good condition with slight toning/patina across the whole surface due to age, and minor fraying of the fabric, but excellent condition for it\'s age. Don\'t miss the chance to get this incredible, possibly one of a kind medal to add to your collection!

The 1912 Progressive National Convention was held in August 1912. Angered at the renomination of President William Howard Taft over their candidate at the 1912 Republican National Convention , supporters of former President Theodore Roosevelt convened in Chicago and endorsed the formation of a national progressive party.