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C. 1920's, Farm Bureau Mutual Automobile Ins. Co. Radiator/ License Badge

$ 10.56

Availability: 26 in stock
  • Condition: New
  • Theme: Banking & Insurance
  • Year: C. 1920's
  • Modified Item: No
  • Insurance companies: Farm Bureau Mutual Automobile Co.
  • Cities & Towns: Columbus, Ohio
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown

    Description

    NEVER USED late 1920's Farm Bureau Mutual Automobile Insurance Company of Columbus, Ohio round medallion/plaque.  These were very popular back in the day to advertise insurance companies or AAA and the like. You could attach them with wire (the original wire is provided, see below), to your automobiles radiator or to the license plate.
    BRAND NEW from the 20's, this medallion is still in its original envelope (dated 1919-good shape, clasp is gone).  Also inside the envelope are the 2 unused metal attachment wires.  Medallion is in as-new condition..... Mint.   3.5" diameter.  Looks to be brass with blue painted background around wording on front.
    Going by the style and envelope it is believed these date to the late 1920's.
    The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation was organized in 1919 as a membership organization of farmers and rural residents dedicated to improving their community and strengthening their chosen farming vocation. Instrumental in beginning the cooperative movement in Ohio and addressing rural electrification needs, Ohio Farm Bureau and member volunteers were creative and ambitious in approach, and successful in their endeavors.
    One of their early business ventures was launched as a mutual insurance company in 1926 to best meet member needs, specifically inappropriately high auto insurance premiums for its rural members. The first policies were sold by volunteers who visited neighbors to enroll them with a promise of good service at a fair price. The Farm Bureau Mutual Automobile Insurance Company quickly gained a reputation for delivering excellent customer value.
    In 1955, the Farm Bureau insurance company formally separated from Ohio Farm Bureau and changed its name to Nationwide.