Lot 1184
Abraham Lincoln Presidental Candidate Badge, 1860. A significant memento of United States political and social history, with a choice young and unbearded portrait of the future "Emancipator" as a bonus! Comprised of a gilt brass frame, pressed together to form a hollow pendant, and pierced to be hung from a ribbon and loop. Each side with sharp tintype portraits of the candidates. Side A: "ABRAHAM LINCOLN," 1860, below, with flanking laurel sprays. Side B: similar, but Vice-Presidential nominee, "HANNIBAL HAMLIN, with his distinguished looking portrait. Intact, and Very Fine, with residual gilding remaining. Hamlin's portrait choice, Lincoln's with usual tintype craquelure, some running through his forehead and one cheek, but his eyes, mouth, and expression remain sharp and clear. Diameter: 25 mm. Not to be missed!
Estimated Value $500 - 750.
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