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Lincoln mourning ribbon

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
1865
Materials:
cloth
Measurements:
overall: 7 in x 2 1/2 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0065
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

This is a commemorative ribbon made out of white silk. The ribbon has a large black bow in the center, with a ten-pointed star outline in the background. The words "We Mourn" are written above the bow in black lettering. This ribbon is attached to mat board and stored in a mylar sleeve. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum