Collection Highlights
Aaron Burr (1756-1836)
Date:
1836
Object Number:
1927.59
Medium:
Plaster with wash
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Campaign thimble: Willkie for President
Object Number:
1940.788
Date:
1940
Medium:
Bakelite
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/4 x 3/4 in. ( 1.9 x 1.9 cm )
Description:
Red, white and blue Bakelite campaign thimble with inscription: "GOD SAVE AMERICA/WILLKIE for PRESIDENT"
Gallery Label:
In 1940, Wendell Willkie was the Republican nominee for President.
Credit Line:
Gift of Vee Hansen
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
