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Frankoma Republican Elephant Mugs (1996-1999)

This set of four Frankoma Republican Elephant Mugs, spanning the years 1996 to 1999, represents a dynamic period in GOP history. Each mug is marked "GOP" and features the signature Frankoma US Pat D215-868 maker’s mark, making them prized items for collectors of political memorabilia and pottery. These mugs come directly from the personal collection of State Representative Candidate Kimberly Skaggs and will include a Certificate of Authenticity.

The 1996 presidential election saw Bob Dole challenge incumbent Bill Clinton, with Dole’s campaign embodying the GOP’s conservative values, although Clinton ultimately won re-election. In the years following, the Republican Party maintained control of Congress, focusing on fiscal conservatism and passing major legislation like the Balanced Budget Act of 1997. By 1998, the GOP held strong through the Clinton impeachment crisis and carried its political influence into the closing years of the decade.

Condition: Good, no damage, chips, or cracks. Light crazing typical of Frankoma pottery from this era.

Size: Each mug stands 4" in height.

This set offers a unique look into the political landscape of the late 1990s and is a must-have for collectors of Frankoma pottery and political history.