1. Material:
  2. metal (543)

Abraham Lincoln pin

Creator:
The Whitehead & Hoag Co.
Location:
Newark, New Jersey
Origin Date:
1905-1920
Materials:
metal
Measurements:
overall: 1 in x 7/8 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0626
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Circular pin features Abraham Lincoln in three quarter view on a white ground. Lincoln is depicted in black. The back features a single metal pin used for pinning. An inserted paper features a central emblem or insignia surrounded by arching print above and below. The emblem is ovular with pointed ends and is bisected by framed print that reads "Trades Council Union Label". Above and below, there are also frames with print. The above print reads "Allied Printing" and below print reads "Newark, N. J.". The arching print above the emblem reads "The Whitehead & Hoag Co. Newark, N.J." Below, the print reads "Patented July 17, 1894 April 14, 189(illegible). July 21, 1896.". On the proper left point of the emblem, the number "3" is present. Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum