Artifacts
The Frank and Virginia Williams Collection of Lincolniana consists of approximately 12,000 artifacts, statuary, prints, paintings, broadsides, ephemera, photographs, philately, collectibles/miniatures, and numismatics. Materials are housed in 20 map case drawers, 30 cartons, and a variety of loose statuary, prints, and paintings. The collection also includes nearly 100 original manuscripts and the Claude Simmons collection which consists of approximately 12 bankers boxes of Lincoln related materials and scrapbooks. There are also approximately 15,000 books, journals, and pamphlets separated into two collections: the Lincoln Book Collection and the Civil War/Collateral Book Collection.
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Abraham Lincoln Council Shoulder Patch
The shoulder patch is an Abraham Lincoln Council (Boy Scouts of America) item. The patch features hues of green, brown, gold, white, and red. To its right, a right-side profile image of Abraham Lincoln is depicted. To its left, the Boy Scouts of America insignia inside of an outline of the state of Illinois is pictured.
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Abraham Lincoln Daguerreotype Ornament
The rectangular ornament features a reproduction of Nicholas H. Shepards' daguerreotype of Abraham Lincoln, the first authenticated image of Lincoln. Is is surrounded by an antique gold metal and features a red silk ribbon for hanging. The ornament was found inside of a Surratt Society envelope with a similar ornament featuring Mary Todd Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln Facts Mug
The mug is cream on the outside and a deep blue on the inside. The outside also features a blue embossed image of Abraham Lincoln with text: Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) Sixteenth President. It also includes the following information about Abraham Lincoln: birth date, birthplace, wife, education, age of inauguration, and vice presidents.
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Abraham Lincoln Georgia Marble Figurine
The figurine features Abraham Lincoln sitting on a tree stump with his legs crossed at the ankles. His top hat rests on the ground beside him. At his feet, Lincoln is written. The figurine is blue and white. Its base features a maker stamp. The figurine has a chip just over the stamp, slightly obscuring the George Marble mark.
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Abraham Lincoln & Hannibal Hamlin Pictorial Lettersheet
The item is a Civil War-era patriotic bifold lettersheet, probably issued ca. 1860. It depicts a jugate image of Abraham Lincoln and Hannibal Hamlin. It is printed on white paper with black ink. Ref: Weiss FP-AL 11.
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Abraham Lincoln Highball Glass
The highball glass depicts an image of Abraham Lincoln that is surrounded by text. The image is black and appears on a white background. No image or text appears on the back or bottom of the glass.
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Abraham Lincoln Illinois Bell
The bell is white in color and features a color portrait of Abraham Lincoln. The portrait is surrounded by pink flowers. A gold line appears near the bell's base, handle base, and handle tip.
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Abraham Lincoln Jewelry Box
The cream-colored jewelry box is round in shape and is made up of a lid and base. On the lid, a raised bust image of Abraham Lincoln is featured. It is surrounded by a ring of stars and a decorative border. At the sides of the box's base, a leafy garland and three bald eagles and shields are shown. No information is included at the base.
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Abraham Lincoln Letter Opener
The letter opener features a metal shaft with a small bust of Abraham Lincoln at the top.
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Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum Harrogate, Tennessee Pin
The silver-hued lapel pin features a raised image of the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum, located in Harrogate, Tennessee. The pen is affixed to a color image of the library and enclosed in a brown cardboard box.
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Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum Harrogate, Tennessee Pin
The silver-hued lapel pin features a raised image of the Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum, located in Harrogate, Tennessee. The pen is affixed to a color image of the library and enclosed in a brown cardboard box.
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Abraham Lincoln Library and Museum, Lincoln Memorial University Pin
The enamel pin is shaped into the likeness of a top hat and features a seated portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln Matchbox with Matches
The small matchbox features a blue, black, and white portrait of Abraham Lincoln glued to its front. Inside, it contains forty-five matches.
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Abraham Lincoln Medal
The round, silver-hued medal features a right-side profile of Abraham Lincoln. At the medal's reverse, a small circle of unintelligible text is shown. The medal's top features a jump loop and red, white, and blue ribbon. Provenance note: Sold by Chuck Hand, Paris, Illinois, part of Lot 8.
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Abraham Lincoln Metal Bookend
The bookend is one solid metal piece that curves at a 90 degree angle at the base. It features a profile image of Abraham Lincoln from the chest up and a solid border around the edges. The reverse is left blank, and the bottom features a worn, green fabric square attached with adhesive.
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Abraham Lincoln Metal Figurine
The figurine features a standing Abraham Lincoln with his hands on his lapels. He stands on a green and red platform, which is mounted to a black, gold, and white base. The bottom features a green felt circle.
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Abraham Lincoln Metal Portrait on Wood
The plaque features an image of Abraham Lincoln that has been [printed?] on a small sheet of metal. The metal is mounted on a small wooden plaque. The reverse features a sticker that states: The House of Glass / Gettysburg, PA. Another sticker appears: Countdown, Inc. / Jacksonville, FLA. 32201.
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Abraham Lincoln Monument at Prospect Park in Brooklyn, New York
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue at Prospect Park in Brooklyn, New York.
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Abraham Lincoln National Thanksgiving Proclamation, 1863
Modern print featuring a head portrait of Abraham Lincoln. A sheer, embossed page of text is affixed to the front. The text is from his Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1863.
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Abraham Lincoln Norwich Political Banner
In the photograph, a damaged red silk political banner is shown. The political banner features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln and was created to welcome Lincoln to Norwich, Connecticut during the 1860 Presidential Campaign.
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Abraham Lincoln Our Policy 1860 Campaign Token
The medal's obverse features an embossed right-side profile image of Abraham Lincoln. On the medal's reverse, a quotation from Lincoln's Cooper Union Address appears. Provenance note: The medal was sold by Chuck Hand, Paris, Illinois. Original number: Lot 1, K-54.
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Abraham Lincoln Painted Bust
Object is a small ceramic bust painted bronze in the likeness of Abraham Lincoln. The bottom features a small screw hole.
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Abraham Lincoln Painted Bust
Object is a small ceramic bust painted bronze in the likeness of Abraham Lincoln. The bottom features a small screw hole.
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Abraham Lincoln Paper Lantern
The object is a paper lantern, which bears a portrait image of Abraham Lincoln and an image of an American bald eagle. It is made from paper, cardstock, and metal and features an accordion fold, which enables it to be stored flat. Its inside has a small metal candleholder, and a metal handle is attached to its top for carrying.
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Abraham Lincoln Pitcher
The pitcher features a handwritten inscription around its surface. No attribution is given to the crafter. However, the pitcher's construction is attributed to Crown Ducal, England.
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Abraham Lincoln Plaque Bust
The plaque features the right side profile of Abraham Lincoln molded in metal.
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Abraham Lincoln Plaque Bust
The plaque features the right side profile of Abraham Lincoln molded in a heavy metal. Two holes are drilled into the plaque, one at the top (in hair) and one at the bottom (at neck).
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Abraham Lincoln Plastic Bust
The figurine is a small plastic bust molded in the likeness of Abraham Lincoln. The back features a short inscription as well as a facsimile of Abraham Lincoln's signature.
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Abraham Lincoln Plastic Mask
The plastic mask is molded into the likeness of Abraham Lincoln. It features cutouts for the wearer's eyes and nostrils and appears in hues of black, pink, white, and tan.
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Abraham Lincoln Portrait
The print is a photograph of a seated Abraham Lincoln. The print has some water damage to its top. It was framed within a gold and black distressed wooden frame, but was removed for preservation. On the frame's reverse, an Abraham Lincoln quote appears.
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Abraham Lincoln Portrait [framed]
The portrait is of Abraham Lincoln from the waist up. It is framed within a gold, decorative frame.
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Abraham Lincoln Portrait on Glass Plaque
The glass plaque features a black and white engraving of a seated Abraham Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum Cameo Ornament
The Christmas ornament features a three-dimension depiction of the Lincoln Memorial. At the center of the Memorial, a 2001 Lincoln cent is affixed.
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum Commemorative Plaque
The circular plaque features the seal of Springfield, Illinois (United States). The seal and text are surrounded by a gold border. The base is flat, allowing the plaque to stand on its own.
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Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum Grand Opening Pin
The silver-hued pin features a bust image of Abraham Lincoln against a background picture of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum.
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Abraham Lincoln Profile Silhouette
The silhouette depicts the right-side profile of Abraham Lincoln and appears to have been cut from cardboard and painted. It is enclosed in a square wooden frame with a circular glass opening.
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Abraham Lincoln Quotation
The framed print features an Abraham Lincoln quote. The background is a teal hue. An image of a piece of parchment appears with a quotation. A top hat and umbrella appear in the top left corner of the print. The print is mounted in a brown wooden frame.
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Abraham Lincoln Quote on Paperweight
The rectangular paperweight features a black metal plaque mounted at its front. The paperweight's reverse is blank.
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Abraham Lincoln Residence in Springfield, Illinois
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln’s home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Residence in Springfield, Illinois
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln’s home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln's First Reception at the White House
Photo reproduction of an image of Abraham Lincoln at his first Presidential reception in 1861. Lincoln is shown receiving guests in the East Room of the White House.
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Abraham Lincoln’s Home, Springfield, Illinois
This postcard features Abraham Lincoln’s Home in Springfield, Illinois.
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Abraham Lincoln Skeleton Leaf Memorial
The stereograph features a black and white image of a skeleton leaf memorial for Abraham Lincoln. At the center of the memorial sits a portrait of Lincoln. The portrait is surrounded by an arrangement of skeleton leaves. The albumen print is mounted on an orange card with rounded corners.
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Abraham Lincoln Springfield Silver Spoon
The spoon is sterling silver. It's handle feature an image of Abraham Lincoln, a feather, and the Lincoln Home. On the reverse, a silver stamp appears, but is unintelligible. The spoon has several oxidation spots.
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Abraham Lincoln Statue at Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois
This postcard features the Abraham Lincoln statue at Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois. There is also an unidentified man and women also pictured.
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Abraham Lincoln Statue Drinking Glass
The drinking glass features a transferprint image of the statue, Abraham Lincoln, which is located at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. At the glass's back, an excerpt from the Gettysburg Address appears.
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Abraham Lincoln statue located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia
The stereograph features a black and white image of the Abraham Lincoln statue located in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. The statue depicts a seated Lincoln atop a tall base. The albumen print is mounted on a yellow card with rounded corners.
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Abraham Lincoln Survey Commemorative Medal
The commemorative medal honors Abraham Lincoln's survey of Petersburg, Illinois, which took place in 1836. On the medal's obverse, a quarter-right profile portrait of Lincoln is depicted. On the reverse, a scene from the survey's starting point is pictured, which includes a hilly terrain, a land survey tool (much like a Jacob's staff), tree, and flag.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Great Emancipator
This postcard features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln with enslaved children.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Martyred President
This postcard features an oval shaped portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln: The Right to Rise Promotional Poster
The poster is a promotional item advertising a lecture given by Frank J. Williams on "Abraham Lincoln: The Right to Rise." On the poster, event information is given, such as the date, time, and synopsis of discussion. In addition, a color image of Williams with a bust statuette of Abraham Lincoln appears on the poster's right side.
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Abraham Lincoln Three Cent Stamp Cuff Links
Set of two cufflinks featuring image of Abraham Lincoln three cent stamp.
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Abraham Lincoln to James T. Thornton, December 2, 1858
A reproduction of a letter sent from Abraham Lincoln to James T. Thornton. The Internet Archive describes the letter as follows: The following autograph letter of Abraham Lincoln was brought to Wilsonville, Oregon, from Urbana, Cham- paign county, Illinois, by J. W. Thornton, in February, 1906, and is a precious heirloom of his family, having been given him by his father, the gentleman to whom it was written. The Mr. Widmer referred to followed Mr. Lin- coln's advice and began the study of law, but before he secured a license to practice the Civil war began. Then his legal studies were dropped and he enlisted in response to the first call for volunteers, and rose from the ranks to a colonel. After the war he resumed his law studies and in a few years became eminent in his profession and now lives in Urbana, Illinois. It is believed that this is the first time that anything appears in Mr. Lincoln's writings describing how he acquired a knowledge of the law. The Historical Society is under obligations to Mr. Thornton for kindly loaning the letter to Mr. Himes, Assistant Secretary, with permission to both copy and photograph it.
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Abraham Lincoln with Bible
The print features a portrait of Abraham Lincoln standing facing his proper left. In his proper right hand, he holds a Christian Bible.
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Abraham Lincoln: “With Malase Toward None and Charity for all”
This postcard features a blue colored profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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Abraham Lincoln Wood and Textile Figurine
The mixed-materials figurine features a standing Abraham Lincoln, who is wearing a suit made of cotton fabric, yarn, and satin ribbon. The figurine's arms are constructed from pipe cleaners, and the face and hat have been painted in hues of peach, black, and red.
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Abraham & Mary Todd Lincoln statue in Racine, Wisconsin
This postcard features the Abraham & Mary Todd Lincoln statue in Racine, Wisconsin.
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A Cartoon of 1860
The facsimile features a reproduction of an 1860 cartoon featuring caricatured images of political and activist figures and people groups. It is a general parody of the 1860 election and the level of influence the Dred Scott case had on the campaign. At the top left, John C. Brekinridge dances with James Buchanan, who appears as a man-goat. Directly below, a dilapidated Frederick Douglass takes the arm of Stephen A. Douglas. At the center, Dred Scott is caricatured and plays a violin . The upper right corner features and image of a regally dressed Black woman dancing with Abraham Lincoln. Finally, at the bottom right corner, John Bell is shown dancing with a Native American man.
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A Carving on Display at the Marble Exhibit, Vermont Marble Co. Proctor, Vermont
This post card features an engraved profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln from the Vermont Marble Company’s Exhibit in Proctor, Vermont.
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A collection of newspapers spanning from 1863-1865
A collection of newspapers spanning from 1863-1865. The vast majority of the collection is from April and May 1865. 1863 July 11th -- Cincinnati Daily Gazette (OH) 1864 May 23rd -- Cincinnati Daily Gazette (OH) 1864 November 12th -- The New York Herald 1865 April 3rd -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 10th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 15th -- Providence Daily Journal (RI) 1865 April 15th -- The New York Times 1865 April 15th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 15th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 17th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 18th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 18th -- The New York Times 1865 April 18th -- The New York Herald 1865 April 18th -- The New York Tribune 1865 April 20th -- Springfield Republican (MA) 1865 April 20th -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 22nd -- The New Haven Daily Palladium Evening Edition (CT) 1865 April 24th -- The New York Herald
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A Corner in the Press Room. Sears, Roebuck & Co., Chicago, Ill.
The stereograph contains a black and white image of Sears, Roebuck & Co.'s printing presses, which printed blank forms for clerical and merchandising departments. Image shows printers (mostly young men) operating the machines. The room's design contains large columns, high ceilings, and approximately three large printing press under four large windows. The room also contains large stacks of white paper. The image is on a cream-colored paper card mount.
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Admiral Dewey Souvenir Medal
The medal is a souvenir piece in honor of Admiral George Dewey, best known for his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. The medal's design is bronze in color and consists of a Maltese cross. Attached to the medal is a ribbon featuring stripes in hues of red, white, and blue. At the top of the ribbon, a decorative bronze pin is attached. A small, round sticker inscribed with the number 62 was found with the object.
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A Family Portrait
The stereograph contains a black and white image of five people seated on the porch of a stone house. Three of these people are women and two of them are men. There are also two children on a horse block next to the house. The male stands next to the block, while the female person sits on the block. The image is mounted on a orange-colored paper card mount.
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A Family Sitting on a Porch
The stereograph contains a black and white image of people seated on the porch of a stone house. Several trees and other natural vegetation make up the image's foreground. The image is on a orange-colored paper card mount.
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A Foe to Traitors 1864 Campaign Medal
The medal's obverse features a right-side profile image of Abraham Lincoln with text. At the medal's reverse, decorative text is surrounded by a circle of stars. [Ref: Sullivan AL 1864-8]. Provenance note: Sold by Chuck Hand, Paris, Illinois. Original number: Lot 1, K-180.
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African-American Soldiers
The carte de visite features a photograph of a cartoon depicting African-American soldiers.
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After the Gold Rush Poster
The predominantly white poster features a color image of an oxidized Lincoln One Cent piece (bust only).
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A House Divided Against Itself Cannot Endure Permanently Half Slave and Half Free
This postcard features a profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln and a quotation.
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A Just And A Lasting Peace
Color print; ""A Just And A Lasting Peace."" Depicts A. Lincoln delivering second inaugural address. From print set, ""The Pictorial Autobiography of Abraham Lincoln."" Illustrations by Ira Barnett, pub. by John Morrell, 1962. Abraham Lincoln is depicted standing inform of a crowd. Abraham Lincoln is standing in front of a small white podium while holding a piece of paper. There are blue and red banners waving in the background.
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A Klondike Camp
The stereograph contains a color image of a man standing on a pathway in a Klondike camp with a dog laying in front of him. A line of log buildings stands behind the man, and several tree stumps are pictured throughout the camp. The image and a green-colored border are printed on a paper card mount.
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A. Lincoln
Nineteenth century print, probably a book illustration. Portrait of A. Lincoln. Lincoln's profile is on the center of the page. He is depicted as being older with large beard.
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A Lincoln: In Memory of the Centennial Anniversary of His Birth
This commemorative postcard features a profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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A. Lincoln: In Memory of the Centennial Anniversary of His Birth
This commemorative postcard features a gold colored profile portrait of Abraham Lincoln.
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A. Lincoln President of the United States and his Cabinet
Photograph of either an engraving or lithograph featuring portraits of Abraham Lincoln and his cabinet members.
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A. Lincoln Signature Pencils
Two pencils make up the set. They are black in color and feature Abraham Lincoln's signature -- A. Lincoln -- in gold.
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All That I Am or Hope To Be I Owe to My Mother, Abraham Lincoln Quotation
The embroidered piece features a quotation attributed to Abraham Lincoln in hues of red and gray. The embroidery appears on a patchwork textile that features hues of cream, tan, and red as well as plaid, gingham, and striped patterns. It has been enclosed in a distressed beige-hued frame with glass front.
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A Melancholy Accident
Photocopy on photopaper of Abraham Lincoln cartoon. The cartoon features Abraham Lincoln seated on the ground with his legs outstretched. On the soles of his shoes "Military Necessity" is inscribed. A pile of straws sits at his feet with "Consitution" and "Habeas Corpus" written on top.
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American Civil War Commemorative Pocket Knife
A commemorative pocket knife. The ends are gold colored. The pocket knife is ornately illustrated with small portraits of prominent Civil War leaders including, Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, and Robert E. Lee. In between the miniature portraits of Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis, there is an American flag. There is a raised engraving on the front of the pocket knife which
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American Civil War Commemorative Pocket Knife Box
This is the box for the American Civil War Commemorative Pocket Knife. The box is black plastic with metal hinges.
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America's Bloodiest Day Antietam, Emancipation, & Memorialization A Symposium
The object is a promotional poster for America's Bloodiest Day Antietam, Emancipation, & Memorialization A Symposium, put on by Rhode Island College's Department of History. The poster contains images from these historical events and information regarding the dates, times, and locations of the symposium as well a session information.
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America Will Never Be Destroyed Bowl
The white bowl features a quotation in black paint around its rim. This quotation is often attributed to Abraham Lincoln, but it is loosely based on a line from his Lyceum Address, given on 27 January 1938: "If destruction be our lot, we must ourselves be its author and finisher. As a nation of freemen, we must live through all time, or die by suicide."
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Antietam-South Mountain Centennial Patch
The round patch commemorates the centennial anniversary of the Battle of Antietam. The patch features hues of red, white, blue, and black. At the center, an embroidered scene of a soldier standing before the battle field is depicted. Two intersecting flags, the Union Flag and the Confederate flag, are also pictured.
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Apotheosis Portrait of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington
Photograph of a print (possibly a lithograph) of an apotheosis picture of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington. In the image, Washington embraces Lincoln against a backdrop of clouds and holds a wreath above Lincoln's head. A group of angels watch from a distance.
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Army U.S. Letters Branch Insignia-Officer
Vietnam-era Army U.S. Letters Branch Insignia-Officer worn on Class A uniform. It features the letters U.S. in gold. This item was worn by Frank J. Williams during the Vietnam War.
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Artillery Group at Lincoln’s Tomb in Springfield, Illinois
This postcard features an artillery group sculpture located near a Abraham Lincoln monument in Springfield, Illinois.
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Assassination of President Lincoln April 14 1865
This postcard features the Ford Theater during the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.
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At the Art Gallery-"My, but that's a Peach."
The stereograph features a black and white image of a woman posed behind an open decorative frame. A man stares intently at the "artwork." A woman stands in the background, rear-facing, looking at handing artwork. The image is mounted on a gray card with rounded corners and a floral border.
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Autographed Photo of Seated Lincoln Statue
The photograph depicts a black and white image of Gutzon Borglum's Seated Lincoln statue, which is located in next to the Essex County Courthouse in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey. This particular copy also features the artist's signature. It was enclosed in a gold frame (which featured a sticker inscribed with the number 265) but was removed for preservation.
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A View of H. W. Beecher's Parlor.
The stereograph contains a sepia-toned image of a parlor room. The room contains a high ceiling and several pieces of decor, which include chairs, tables, statuettes, framed art, and a globe chandelier. The image is adhered to an orange-colored paper card mount.
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Babes in the Wood
The stereograph contains a hand-colored image of a man and woman seated and locked in stocks. The background contains trees and a sign in the distance. The image is on a light-gray paper card mount.
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Battle of Carthage, Missouri, July, 1861
A print depicting the Battle of Carthage, which took place in July 1861. In the image, Union soldiers are shown facing the enemy line, which appears in the background.
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Battle of Lexington, Missouri, May, 1861
A print depicting a scene from the Battle of Lexington, which took place in May 1861.
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Battle of Rich Mountain, Virginia, July 1861
A print depicting the Battle of Rich Mountain, which took place in July 1861. In the print, soldiers are shown rushing a battlefield.
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Beardstown Courthouse [framed]
A black and white photograph of a two-story brick building. It is Beardstown Courthouse, where Abraham Lincoln tried the Armstong Case. Several signs adorn the building's front. On the building's left side, a Fire Department sign is painted.
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Beetle Bailey Statue at University of Missouri
The black and white photograph features an image of a Beetle Bailey statue, located at University of Missouri.
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Bell-Shaped Ceramic Cork
The object is in the shape of a bell and features brown and cream hues. The underside of the object has an attached bottle cork.
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Berry-Lincoln Store
This postcard features the Berry-Lincoln Store at New Salem State Park in Illinois.