Object Details
referenced
Agnew, Spiro T.
Description
Spiro Agnew was Richard Nixon’s running mate in 1968 and 1972. Hale E. Dougherty designed the original Spiro Agnew wristwatch in response to a common joke on college campuses in the early 1970s: “Did you know that Mickey Mouse wore a Spiro Agnew watch?” First manufactured by the Dirty Time Company, the popularity of the watch led to production of a number of knockoffs. Vice President Agnew initially liked the watch but, as it became known more as a joke than as a sign of support, he sued to prevent its sale. The case was settled out of court.
Credit Line
Windert Watch Co. and Super Time
ID Number
PL.291792.01
catalog number
291792.01
accession number
291792
Object Name
watch, wrist
Physical Description
fabric, metal, glass (overall material)
red, white, blue, gold (overall color)
Measurements
overall: 5 in x 1 1/2 in; 12.7 cm x 3.81 cm
place made
United States: California
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Political History: Political History, Campaign Collection
Government, Politics, and Reform
American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith
Exhibition
American Democracy
Exhibition Location
National Museum of American History
Data Source
National Museum of American History
used
Political Campaigns
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_491313