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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