1. Material:
  2. metal (543)

Abram Lincoln, Republican Candidate for President campaign medal

Creator:
J. D. L.
Location:
Unknown place made
Origin Date:
1860
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1 1/4 in diameter
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0869
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

This 31mm white metal 1860 campaign medal features a head and shoulders bust of a beardless Abraham Lincoln in the center with "Abram Lincoln, Republican Candidate for President" following the curve of the rim above and below the image. The date 1860 is immediately below the lapel of his coat. The initials J. D. L. are below the shoulder. The reverse features on the text "Our Next President" in the center. Both sides have a reeded rim. The outer edge of the medal is also reeded. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum