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Vintage La Crosse, Wisconsin Oktoberfest button collection featuring a complete consecutive run from 1961 through 1988 — 28 years in all.The collection begins with the 1961 button from the very first La Crosse Oktoberfest and continues consecutively through 1988 with no missing years.Included:* Complete 1961–1988 Oktoberfest button run — 28 buttons
* Desirable early 1960s buttons, including the inaugural 1961 issue
* Original vintage 1964 cloth calendar, which has been used to display/store the collection
* Wonderful variety of annual Oktoberfest artwork and La Crosse, Wisconsin imageryThe buttons are in original vintage, uncleaned condition. Condition varies with age. The fronts generally display nicely, with normal age-related wear. Some buttons have surface rust/oxidation on the backs and/or pin hardware. The 1964 cloth calendar has staining, discoloration and age-related wear.I have intentionally not attempted to clean or restore the buttons. Please examine all photographs carefully for condition.An unusual opportunity to acquire the first 28 consecutive years of La Crosse Oktoberfest buttons as one collection, rather than assembling the early years individually.Excellent piece of La Crosse, Wisconsin history and Oktoberfest memorabilia, particularly for a longtime Oktoberfest collector or regional Wisconsin collection.Sold exactly as pictured.
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