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Grand Army of the Republic ribbon

Creator:
Torsch & Franz Badge Co.
Location:
Maryland, Baltimore County, Baltimore
Origin Date:
Unknown
Materials:
cloth, metal
Measurements:
overall: 9 1/2 in x 3 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0583
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Three-dimensional Objects

Description

Black silk ribbon is stamped with silver text and features a decorative bar across the top. The gilt rectangular bar has a white paper label that reads "G.A.R." in red text. The top of the ribbon reads "Honor The Noble Dead" above a silver stamped urn and two appliqued American flags. A ceramic disc with an eagle, flag, and star printed on it is tacked in the center of the ribbon. "Lake View, Post No. 246, G.A.R., Syracuse, Ind." is printed directly below. Gold fringe dangles from the bottom edge. A maker's label is adhered to the back of the ribbon.