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Abraham Lincoln political button

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
1864
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1 1/2 in x 3/4 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0281
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Round brass campaign button features a centered tintype portrait of Abraham Lincoln who wears a dark jacket and bow tie. "A. Lincoln" is printed above the subject's head. The portrait is surrounded by a border of thirteen stars against a lined background. Also on the border is "PT APR" and "2. 1861". The button also features a pin which is attached on the center back. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum