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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