"US GRANT" FERROTYPE IN ORNATE BRASS SHELL BADGE.
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Winning Bid:
$401.08 (Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
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Bidding Ended:
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Wednesday, February 24, 2021 9:00:00 PM)
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Auction:
Auction #231 Part I
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Item Description
1-1/16". Shell frame typically seen featuring cardboard portraits of Hayes or Tilden from the 1876 campaign but here featuring a ferro of "U.S. Grant." This military portrait was in use from the Civil War through both 1868 and 1872 presidential campaigns. This was likely produced for Grant's failed attempt at a third term in 1880. Dark spot in background is in image as made. Otherwise light wear in reflected light. Exc.
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