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Abraham Lincoln pin

Creator:
Bastian Bros. Co.
Location:
New York, Rochester
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1 1/2 in x 1 1/4 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0672
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Circular pin features Abraham Lincoln in three quarter view on a golden brown ground. Lincoln is depicted in color and has a very brown complexion. Also, Lincoln's ears are exaggerated in size. The back features a single metal needle for pinning. Also, inserted paper with dark blue print is present. In the center, there is an ovular insignia or emblem surrounded by print. In the central space of the emblem, there is print that reads "Amalgamated Lithographers of America". In enclosed rectangles on the corners of the ovular emblem, print is also present. On the proper right print reads "Union" and on the proper left print reads "Label". The central space of the emblem is enclosed above and below by a double frame. Inside this frame, print is present. Above print reads "Local No. 11" and below print reads "Rochester". Above and below this emblem appears arched print. Above the print reads "Bastian Bros. Co. Mfr's of Ribbon, Metal, and". Below the print reads "Celluloid Novelties Rochester, N.Y.". Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum