Rare Lg 1860 ABRAHAM LINCOLN / HAMLIN Political Campaign Doughnut Ferrotype 46mm
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:42727572 | Country/Region of Manufacture: United States |
Type: Pin | Material: brass |
Year: 1860 | Presidential Campaign: ABRAHAM LINCOLN |
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Lincoln / Hamlin: The Sought-after Largest Size "Doughnut" Ferrotype
Round brass 1860 campaign ferrotype features a centered tintype portrait of Abraham Lincoln "Abraham Lincoln" and a six-pointed star is above Lincoln's head, the lower part of Lincoln image has been somewhat rubbed away/ removed. (see the photos) The portrait is set into a brass frame with embossed flowers, the original metal ring is attached at the top. The reverse features a portrait of Hannibal Hamlin who wears a three-piece suit and bow tie. "Hannibal Hamlin" is above his head with a six-pointed star also above his head (excellent condition image with very light scratches)
The brass frame is in excellent condition, with no dents or splits.
Measures 46mm in diameter (1.81 inches) This is the largest size made and very rare.
This was found in an estate collection of coins in tokens in Massachusetts.
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This ABRAHAM LINCOLN / HAMLIN Large Size Political Donut Ferrotype Pin will be shipped well wrapped and protected. We will email you the tracking number right away. We always try to ship the same day payment is received. Get images that
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