Light bulb, Republican Party, 1968

Description:

Neon-glow lamps were invented in 1921 and novelty electrodes in a variety of shapes that glowed red-orange were added a decade later. A GOP-elephant shape, available since the 1940s, was featured in this bulb sold by duro-lite during the 1968 presidential campaign. The packaging on this 3-watt Republican-themed bulb and its Democratic counterpart promoted many reasons to purchase this item: “Support your Political Party with this authentic mascot that lights up in full glory. . . . Makes ideal night light, especially for children’s room. . . . Cozy, warm effect enhances room atmosphere in den, recreation room. A most unusual conversation piece.”

Date Made: 1968

Associated Institution: Republican National Party

General Subject Association: Political Campaigns

Subject:

See more items in: Political and Military History: Political History, Campaign Collection, Government, Politics, and Reform, American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith

Exhibition: American Democracy

Exhibition Location: National Museum of American History

Credit Line: Duro-lite Lamps, Inc.

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: PL.281977.01Catalog Number: 281977.01Accession Number: 281977

Object Name: Lamp Bulb

Physical Description: glass, metal (overall material)Measurements: overall: 4 in x 2 1/2 in; 10.16 cm x 6.35 cm

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a2-dee8-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_491893

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