A Question Regarding Pinback Buttons

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Mike H.
Since you mentioned the Cubs Dizzy Dean PM-10 pin in your original question (a very good one by the way), I thought I'd share my opinion. The three Cubs PM-10s from that time period (Dean, Hartnett and Lee) show up all the time meaning they are not scarce at all. However, they are seen without an attachment most of the time. I certainly prefer the attached pennant (or other attachments) if I am certain it is original. That of course is the tough part. I found the Hartnett with ribbons and a small pin indicating "1938" and have no reason to believe it is not original. Probably a vendor just wanted something different to separate him from competition. I think it adds a great deal to the pin and I was willing to spend more because of it. This is just one more thing that separates collecting pinbacks from cards or pennants.