1896 Presidential Race WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN 16:1 Chocolate Candy Mold - White House President Politics - 16 to 1 Free Silver hotsell T1

This rare political item from the 1896 William Jennings Bryan presidential campaign is a pressed steel chocolate or candy mold with the slogan 16 to 1 referencing Bryan's stand against the gold standard and his beliefs in “bimetallism” and “free silver” at a ratio of 16:1. His opponent, Republican William McKinley, supported the gold standard.

The 1 part mold measures approx 6” x hotsell 4-1/2”.

Unmarked

Condition: wiped with a damp cloth and properly dried but not “cleaned” or polished, no dents.