1981 Cold War Satirical Button – U.S. Symbols & Hammer/Sickle Commentary

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USA5184
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$14.95

1981 Cold War Satirical Button – U.S. Symbols & Hammer/Sickle Commentary. Original 1981 political satire button featuring a striking graphic design combining the U.S. eagle, family figures, dollar sign, energy and industry symbols, and a hammer and sickle below. Likely produced during the early Reagan-era, this piece reflects Cold War tensions and commentary on government, capitalism, and society. Crisp red-and-white design with strong visual appeal. A thought-provoking and unusual addition to any political or Cold War collection.

Historical Notes

Produced at the height of Cold War rhetoric, this 1981 button uses symbolic imagery rather than text to convey its message. By combining American icons—family, money, industry, and the Great Seal—with the hammer and sickle, it reflects contemporary debates about government power, capitalism, and fears of “creeping socialism.” Such visual satire pieces were popular during the early years of Ronald Reagan administration, when ideological tensions with the Soviet Union were especially pronounced.

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Product ConditionVery good
Size1.25" diameter
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