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We Mourn a Father Slain

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
1865
Materials:
cloth
Measurements:
overall: 4 in x 2 1/4 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0056
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

This is a mourning ribbon made out of white silk. There is a three-quarter profile of Abraham Lincoln in black at the center of the ribbon inside of an oval with a thick black band around the outside and a thinner band around the inside. The words "WE MOURN A Father Slain" surround the portrait on the top and bottom in black lettering. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum