American Button Co, Newark NJ with letters "H D" id help

[Jaichim24]

Hey all, I recent found this button manufactured by the American Button Co from Neward NJ. I was able to determine that the company was in business from 1901-1920, but I have been unable to determine what if anything the HD stands for.

Could it be an old school Harley Davidson button? I know Harley started up in 1901, and by 1917 they had V-twin engine motor cycles that were being used by the military. It would be pretty cool to find out this was true.

Thanks in advance for your feedback.

 

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[DCMatt]

Where did you find it?

DCMatt

 

[Jaichim24]

Connecticut, Coventry CT to be more specific.

 

[HutSiteDigger]

May actually be Harley Davidson!

 

[Bigcypresshunter]

May actually be Harley Davidson!

While it may be a good guess, I have been unable to find any evidence that Harley Davidson ever used this HD logo. I found a button from Harley Davidson clothes but its not a match.

 

[nhbenz]

Health Department, Housing Department, Harbor Defense, ... Could be many things... (too early for Highway Dept)
Maybe governmental, or maybe just a Heavy Duty work clothes button? I hope it can be figured out!