“Faithful Brand” Union Button Necklace

This one-of-a-kind necklace features an authentic antique union button stamped with the words “Faithful Brand,” a phrase deeply rooted in the values of loyalty, craftsmanship, and pride in one’s work.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, terms like Faithful Brand carried significant weight. For union workers, a “brand” was not simply a product—it represented reputation, trust, and accountability. To be faithful to one’s brand meant standing behind the quality of one’s labor, honoring shared standards, and remaining loyal to fellow workers during a time when protections were earned through solidarity rather than guaranteed.

Union buttons bearing phrases like this were worn as quiet but deliberate statements. They signaled alignment with ethical labor practices and a commitment to doing work that could be trusted—by employers, by peers, and by the broader community.

This original button has been carefully preserved and hand-set in solid .925 sterling silver, allowing it to be worn while maintaining its historical integrity. It is suspended from an 18-inch sterling silver rope chain, selected for durability and timeless simplicity.

The softened lettering, natural patina, and subtle surface wear are consistent with genuine age and authentic use. No restoration or artificial aging has been applied. This piece remains true to its history.

This necklace is a true one-of-one collector artifact. Once sold, it cannot be recreated.

• Genuine antique union button (circa late 1800s–early 1900s)

• Stamped with the phrase “Faithful Brand”

• Hand-set in solid .925 sterling silver bezel

• 18-inch sterling silver rope chain included

• One of a kind collector piece

Note: Union buttons emphasizing trust, loyalty, and quality reflect the deeply held values of early labor movements. Examples bearing clear ideological language are increasingly scarce, particularly in wearable condition. This piece bridges artifact and adornment—offering collectors a tangible connection to the ethics and pride that defined American labor history.