Collection Search
Abraham Lincoln Campaign pin
- Creator:
- unknown
- Location:
- unknown
- Origin Date:
- 1860-1865
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
- overall: 1 1/4 in x 3/4 in
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.082.0278
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Three-dimensional Objects
Description
Brass 1864 presidential campaign pin features a centered tintype portrait of President Abraham Lincoln that is attached at the top to a brass eagle with a small, metal ring. The portrait is surrounded by a brass border that features a braided pattern. The eagle has a stickpin attached to it as well. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
