Medal, Political
Medal, Political
Medal, Political

Medal, Political

Object number2015.22.88
Datec. 1852
MediumMetal
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionCircular metal token depicting Franklin Pierce. Text across top and bottom of token. On the back, there is what appears to be a faded Great Seal of the U.S. Text above and below the Seal.DimensionsDiameter: 1.063 in. (2.7 cm)
InscriptionsIn center of token is image of Pierce facing proper right. Across the top reads: "GEN. FRANKLIN PIERCE". Along the bottom reads: "THE STATESMEN & SOLDIER." On the back, there is what appears to be a faded Great Seal of the U.S. Across the top reads "Pierce [ & King? ]. Across the bottom reads: "THE PEOPLES CHOICE".
Historical NotesToken supporting Franklin Pierce during the Election of 1852.
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