{"product_id":"vintage-southern-methodist-university-hormel-pennant","title":"Vintage Southern Methodist University 1950s Pennant Flag","description":"\u003cp\u003ePrepare to own a captivating slice of history! We're talking about a truly rare piece of vintage Southern Methodist University history from the 1950s, ready to grace your space in your choice of a classic Light Wood or sophisticated Mahogany frame. This isn't just a display piece; it's a meticulously preserved artifact, framed in U\/V glass and set within a precisely cut mat. But the magic doesn't stop there – flip it over for an intriguing historical deep dive into the fascinating world of Hormel Pennants!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003cbr\u003e- Frame size 9\" x 14\"\u003cbr\u003e- Pennant size 4\" x 9\" \u003cbr\u003e- Vintage Wool Felt Pennant\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWHAT IS A HORMEL PENNANT?\u003cbr\u003eStep back in time to the vibrant 1950s, an era when collectibles reigned supreme: think iconic baseball cards, thrilling comic books, precious stamps, and so much more. In 1953, the ingenious Hormel Company spotted this booming trend and decided to create their own sensation! They ingeniously attached over 5 million vibrant wool felt 4 x 9 inch pennants, representing an impressive 95 different universities, to their soup cans using… wait for it… rubber bands! Seriously, imagine the excitement of finding one of these treasures with your lunch! These unique pieces of vintage Southern Methodist memorabilia, once eagerly advertised in popular comic books and proudly displayed in grocery stores, are now incredibly scarce. At Americana Memories, we've rescued and attractively framed these extraordinary pieces, not just for your enjoyment, but to rekindle cherished old memories, celebrate momentous graduations and acceptances, and, of course, provide the ultimate way to brag about your beloved Southern Methodist University! This isn't just a pennant; it's a conversation starter, a nostalgic journey, and a proud declaration of your allegiance to Southern Methodist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Americana Memories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47792783556840,"sku":"sku-46747696726170","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0597\/2718\/4037\/files\/vintage-southern-methodist-university-1950s-pennant-flag-treasures-antique-gifts-home-red-854.webp?v=1761421872","url":"https:\/\/vintageantiquesgifts.com\/products\/vintage-southern-methodist-university-hormel-pennant","provider":"Vintage and Antique Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}