1. Material:
  2. mineral (13)

Plaque of Abraham Lincoln

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
mineral
Measurements:
overall: 6 3/8 in x 8 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0415
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Rectangular plaque features the head and upper body of Abraham Lincoln in low and high relief. The ground appears smooth. A small "c" is carved in the lower proper right corner. "A. Lincoln" is carved in script across the bottom. The entire surface is painted in gold paint. The back features a metal wire hook used for hanging. The back surface is uneven and left unpainted. Part of the Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum