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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