Antique c1900s OTTENS HOTEL Wildwood NJ Miniature Pinback Button 3/4\" for sale

Offered for sale is a fascinating and exceptionally small antique pinback button advertising the historic Ottens Hotel in Wildwood, New Jersey.

Measuring just 3/4” in diameter, this miniature button features a detailed illustration of the original Ottens Hotel, with “OTTENS” prominently displayed above the building and “WILDWOOD” along the bottom.

The Ottens Hotel was part of Wildwood’s early resort history, with period postcards documenting the establishment as far back as the early 1900s.

This button is believed to date to the early 20th century, possibly circa 1900–1920, although its exact age has not been established.

The reverse retains its original old-style metal pin attachment. The button shows age-related surface wear and discoloration, but the historic hotel illustration and lettering remain visible.

An unusual surviving piece of early Wildwood history, particularly appealing to collectors of vintage New Jersey Shore souvenirs, historic hotels, antique advertising, and early pinback buttons.

Details:

* Location: Wildwood, New Jersey

* Subject: Historic Ottens Hotel

* Estimated period: Early 1900s

* Diameter: 3/4”

* Original metal pinback attachment

* Antique condition with age-related wear and discoloration

A wonderful little piece of Jersey Shore history that has survived for more than a century, assuming the estimated dating is correct.

Please view pics to get a more accurate idea of item’s condition.

Sold “AS IS”, no returns, so please view pictures and be certain before purchasing this item.