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Lincoln medal

Creator:
Bastian Bros. Co.
Location:
Foch, New York
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1 1/4 in x 1 1/4 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0558
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Shield-shaped medal features a circular button of Abraham Lincoln in frontal view on a gold ground. Lincoln is illustrated in color.The button is attached to a metal ornamented frame with a hanging slot. The back features a silver circular tab. Near the bottom, there is print that reads "Bastian Bros. Co. Foch, N.Y.". Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum