Collection Highlights
Abraham Lincoln, the Martyr, Victorious
Date:
Object Number:
PR.052.48
Medium:
Paper
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Historical Artifacts
John Adams Indian Peace Medal
Object Number:
1966.92
Date:
1905
Medium:
Gilt bronze
Dimensions:
diameter: 3 in. ( 7.6 cm )
Description:
Gilt bronze struck medal with clothed bust of John Adams facing right, legend: "JOHN ADAMS PRESIDENT OF THE U.S./A. D. 1797." Reverse shows clasped hands below crossed peace pipe and tomahawk; legend: "PEACE/AND/FRIENDSHIP."
Credit Line:
Estate of Henry O. Havemeyer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
