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Abraham Lincoln the Peoples Choice medal
- Creator:
- unknown
- Location:
- Unknown place made
- Origin Date:
- 1860
- Materials:
- metal
- Measurements:
- overall: 1/16 in x 1 7/16 in diameter
- Item ID:
- 71.2009.082.0862
- Holding Institution:
- Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
- Available for Viewing:
- No
- Category:
- Three-dimensional Objects
Description
This 38mm brass 1860 presidential campaign medal features a right profile bust of a beardless Abraham Lincoln in relief on the obverse. The reverse features crossed split rails in the center with the text "The Peoples Choice 1860, Lincoln & Hamlin, Freedom & Protection." extending from top to bottom. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum