Photograph of Darth Vader

Considered to be one of the most iconic villains in popular culture, Darth Vader serves as the central antagonist of the original Star Wars trilogy. Serving the Emperor and the Galactic Empire, Darth Vader is a powerful wielder of the force who was originally Anakin Skywalker, the father of Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa. Despite having fallen to the dark side, it is Darth Vader's connection to Luke that ultimately allows him to find redemption just prior to his death in Return of the Jedi. The story of Anakin's adventures as a Jedi and his eventual transformation into Darth Vader are central to the overall story of the series, and is expanded upon further in the prequel series of films.

This is one of a series of buttons made to promote the release of the film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. 

Red background with a photo of Luke Skywalker fighting Darth Vader with a larger image of Darth Vader looming over them

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi was released in 1983 as the final film in the original trilogy. The movie sees the series protagonist, Luke Skywalker, complete his quest of becoming a true Jedi Knight of the force. Realizing that Darth Vader is actually his father, former Jedi Knight, Anakin Skywalker, Luke is forced to confront his father while ending the threat of the evil Empire once and for all. The Star Wars franchise has gone on to become one of the most critically and financially successful series in film history. Since the original trilogy's release, the franchise has expanded to television, books, and toys. Continuing to have a significant impact on modern popular culture, the series continues to expand with new movies still being released.

This is one of a series of buttons made to promote the release of the film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. 

Photograph of Chewbacca

This button was released in a series of photo buttons used to promote the film, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Chewbacca, affectionately known as Chewie, is a Wookie form the planet Kashyyyk. A smuggler and co-pilot of the legendary Millennium Falcon, Chewbacca is the loyal friend to fellow smuggler, Han Solo. Originally portrayed by actor, Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca and Han Solo find themselves thrown into the war between the Rebel Alliance and the Galactic Empire. Becoming a hero within the rebellion, Chewbacca is one of the main protagonists of the series. Upon the release of Return of the Jedi, Chewbacca has seen his role expanded in books, television, as well as in the series prequel and sequel trilogies.

This is one of a series of buttons made to promote the release of the film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. 

Photograph of C-3PO

Portrayed by English actor, Anthony Daniels, C-3PO is a humanoid protocol droid who is often seen alongside his droid companion, R2-D2. Boasting that he is "fluent in over six million forms of communication", C-3PO was originally created by Anakin Skywalker to assist his mother around the house. From there, C-3PO found himself at numerous pivotal moments in the series history. Known for his polite and worry-prone personality, C-3PO is often used as a comedic character within the narrative. Alongside R2-D2, he is one of the only characters to have appeared in every film of the series.

This is one of a series of buttons made to promote the release of the film Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. 

Black text on a yellow bag on a black background

The 7-Up Company's "Un-" campaign launched in 1967 and branded 7-Up as the "Uncola", a hip soft drink, instead of just a cola. Promotional images featuring brightly colored, psychedelic images appeared on billboards, posters, and in magazine advertisements until the mid 1970s. The campaign continued into the 1990s. Other slogans used included "Un more time," "Hole in Un," and "Un in the Sun."

Illustration of a flag with blue and yellow rectangles over black text on a white background

During the 1800’s French merchant ships were required to display at foremast specific flags indicating which administrative district they were registered in. The registration flag pictured here was used for colonies in the French West Indies.

As part of a collectible set this button is one of many created by Whitehead and Hoag Co. in the late 1800's for the American Pepsin Gum Co. as give-aways. Many gum manufactures in the late 1800's used pepsin powder in their chewing gum and marketed it as a way to aid in digestion.  Pepsin was thought to settle stomach issues and help people with digestive concerns.  

Four large interlocking gold letter C's on a blue background with white text and an outer gold edge

Continental Casualty Company is a subsidiary of The Continental Corporation. Originally founded in 1897 as the Continental Assurance Company of North America, they have been the Continental Casualty Company since 1900. Based out of Chicago, Illinois, they mainly provides property and casualty insurance, but also offer medical, mortgage, and vehicle coverage. 

Blue and white illustration of a flag with blue and white stripes over blue text

The El Salvador flag was adopted in 1972 and is based off the flag of the United States of Central America. The two blue stripes of the flag represent the Pacific and Caribbean Sea and the white stripe represents peace. The version of the flag used by the government features the coat of arms on the white stripe. The coat of arms features a triangle representing the three branches of government and inside the triangle are five volcanoes representing the five former members of the federation.

Illustration of a flag with a red, black and white horizontal stripe over black text on a white background

In 1881 the civil ensign of the principality and kingdom of Montenegro was used as the unofficial national flag. The ensign is tricolored with the Cyrillic cypher H.I., for Prince Nicholas I, topped with a golden crown. The current national flag was adopted in 2004 and features the coat of arms in the center of a red background surrounded by a golden border. The coat of arms of Montenegro features a two-headed eagle, a symbol of Byzantine and ancient Roman origin. The two-headed eagle represents the unity between the church and the state.

Illustration of a flag with green, white and red vertical stripes over black text on a white background

The colors of the Mexican flag originally held different meanings than today: The green stripe represented the Mexican Independence Movement, the white stripe represented Catholic faith, and the red stripe represented the union with Europe and the Americas. Today the green stripe represents hope, the white stripe unity, and the red stripe represents blood to pay tribute to those who died in the war for independence.