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Oil Wells
were first drilled in Oklahoma Territory in 1889. That well produced 1/2 barrel a day to treat cattle for ticks. 1897 ushered in the Oil Era, adding impetus to Statehood.
Between 1897-1907 Oklahoma was the world's largest producer of oil.
Button is pressed copper.*
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The White-Tailed Deer
became the game animal in 1990. This
beautiful and powerful animal is a prodigious runner and swimmer. Native Americans and early settlers relied on the deer
for food and clothing.
Button is a Livery,
backmarked Pitt & Co. London
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The Indian Blanket
became the state wildflower in 1986.
This native of the
American prairie blooms
abundantly on the roadsides in summer.
Button is stamped and painted leather.*
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Route 66
Oklahoma had more miles of the
original "Mother Road", Route 66, road-bed than any other state. We were the first state to
design and use the distinctive historic markers. We are home to the first state-sponsored
Route 66 Museum.
Button is a Rivet-shank.
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The Raccoon
was declared the state
furbearing mammal in 1989.
Once iconic with the pioneers in the wilderness, the raccoon is found all over the state.
Button is ceramic.
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The Fiddle
became the official instrument in 1984. It is the accompanying instrument of choice for the state dance--the Square Dance.
Button is porcelain "Jasperware".
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All buttons shown belong to Oklahoma Button Society members.
*Denotes Studio Buttons.
Please contact the
Oklahoma Button Society
for information about the
studio artists.
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