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Abraham Lincoln plaque

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 10 3/8 in x 9 3/8 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0410
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Cast iron plaque molded in the shape of Abraham Lincoln's head in profile features a scrolling ribbon across the bottom that reads, "Old Abe the Rail Splitter." The letters were once painted gold, but the paint has worn off. Several of the letters are missing. Metal hanging loop is attached to the top of the head. "PL 26" is handwritten in white on the back. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum