Collection Highlights
The Dead at Gettysburg
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.164.4.38.GettysburgDead
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pin-back campaign button
Object Number:
INV.4283.4
Date:
1896
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/4 in. (1.9 cm)
Description:
Gold colored, bug-shaped pin with a 1/4 inch circular pendant reading "SOUND MONEY".
Gallery Label:
The adoption of the Gold Standard was a big issue in the 1896 Presidential election. "Gold Bug" was the popular name given to Democrats who split with their party on the issue and supported the gold standard, which was supported by William McKinley (1843-1901) and the Republican Party.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
