Ribbon, Campaign
Object number2015.22.71
Date1866
MediumFabric;Ink
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionOff-white fabric ribbon. Image of the Great Seal of the U.S. in center of ribbon; blue text above and below image.DimensionsHeight x Width: 4.75 × 2 in. (12.1 × 5.1 cm)InscriptionsPrinted in blue ink: "GEARY". Under this is an image of an eagle perched on a shield with a U.S. flag design, holding an olive branch at its feet, and carrying in a ribbon in its beak. Under this image reads "UNION / AND / VICTORY". The bottom section of the ribbon has been torn away, but "VICT" is still visible.
Historical NotesRibbon for John W. Geary for either his 1866 or 1869 gubernatorial campaign.
Related person
John W. Geary
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