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Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
1865
Z.2603
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
Commemorated: Abraham Lincoln

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Button

Button
Object name 
Button
Date 
1968
Related People 
Artist/Maker: N. G. Slater Corp.
Medium 
Metal
Dimensions 
Overall: 3 1/2 in. ( 8.9 cm )
Description 
Circular pin-back campaign button "NIXON/FOR PRESIDENT"; black and white image of Richard M. Nixon in center; red, white and blue.
Object Number 
INV.6727
Gallery Label 
Richard M. Nixon was the Republican nominee for President in 1968 against Hubert Humphrey. He became President and was re-elected for a second term in 1972.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.