Ribbon, Political
Object number2007.56.125
Date1861
MediumSatin; Paper; Ink
Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection
DescriptionBeige satin ribbon with Confederate States of America flags.Dimensions3 x 4.062 in. (7.6 x 10.3 cm)InscriptionsAbove the two figures is the phrase "SIC SEMPER TYRANNUS".
Bottom of ribbon in blue: "Southern men with Southern might, / Will shed their blood for Southern right."
Typed on cardstock attached to bottom of ribbon has typed black text: "Rebel badge / Sold in Baltimore, Spring 1861 / Donated by Edgar J. Herbert / Harrisburg, PA".
Historical NotesAttached card denotes that this ribbon was sold in Baltimore during the spring of 1861. Found in collection.
Previous owner
Edgar J. Herbert
Subjects
On View
Not on view
c. 1944
1861-1863
1944-1945
1944-1945
