Abraham Lincoln Campaign Badge, 1864
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Artifact Overview
The possessor of this small token supported Abraham Lincoln for president in 1864. Trinkets, such as this one, reminded American citizens why they backed certain parties and candidates. Most tokens were just that -- small coins carried around in purses or pockets. This token, however, could be attached to a ribbon or pin and became an outward display of support for the Republican candidate.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Badge
Date Made
1864
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2002.0.25.146
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Technique
Casting (Process)
Color
Gray (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 1.375 in
Thickness: 0.125 in
Inscriptions
On front: HONEST OLD ABE
On obverse: UNION CANDIDATE / 1864 / ABE LINCOLN / OF [ILLEGIBLE] / AND / VICE PRESIDENT / AND. JOHNSON / OF [ILLEGIBLE]
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