Presidential Campaign Medallion, "Abraham Lincoln: Republican Candidate," 1860
THF11640 / Presidential Campaign Medallion, "Abraham Lincoln: Republican Candidate," 1860
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Artifact Overview
The possessor of this small token supported Abraham Lincoln for president in 1860. Trinkets, such as this one, reminded American citizens why they backed certain parties and candidates. This brass token portrays the Republican candidate on the front and the slogan "Liberty Union and Equality" on the back.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Medallion (Medal)
Date Made
1860
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
72.31.397
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Technique
Casting (Process)
Color
Brown
Dimensions
Diameter: 1.125 in
Height: 1.125 in
Inscriptions
On front: ABRAHAM LINCOLN / REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE / 1860
On back: LIBERTY UNION AND EQUALITY
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