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Lot #537:

1930's Elmer Layden Bit O Honey Pin (Notre Dame coach)

1.5” celluloid pinback button for Elmer Layden’s Safety Club sponsored by Bit O Honey Candy Bars. Very good condition with small light stain at 6:00.

In 1934, he became head coach and athletic director at Notre Dame, a few years after his legendary mentor Knute Rockne was killed in a plane crash. Layden would lead the Irish for seven years and post an overall 47-13-3 docket. His 1935 squad posted one of the greatest wins in school history by rallying to defeat Ohio State, 18-13 while his 1938 team finished 8-1, losing only to USC in the season finale which cost them a possible national championship. Layden was born in Davenport, Iowa. At Notre Dame, he played fullback alongside quarterback Harry Stuhldreher, left halfback Jim Crowley, and right halfback Don Miller; the four collectively earned the nickname of "The Four Horsemen of Notre Dame" from legendary sportswriter Grantland Rice, and are still considered one of the best backfields in college football history. Named an All-American during his senior year, Layden culminated his collegiate career in the 1925 Rose Bowl against Stanford, returning two interceptions for touchdowns in Notre Dame's 27-10 victory.  A nice Notre Dame collectible and in fine original condition.