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Envelope addressed to Abraham Lincoln
Description:
Patriotic envelope addressed to Abraham Lincoln, used to promote Lincoln's 1860 presidential campaign. Includes beardless portrait of Lincoln with a decorative border and the text "Abraham Lincoln." Border of eagle and American flags surround the text "President, Abraham Lincoln. Vice-President, Hannibal Hamlin." Handwritten "next" over the words President and Vice-President. Image of young Lincoln chopping wood outside of log cabin. Quote from Lincoln printed on front: "Constitution and the Union, harmony and prosperity to all -- Lincoln." Printed on lower left corner: "S. Raynor, envelope manufacturer, New York." Handwritten on front: "Hon. Abraham Lincoln, Springfield, Ill. Answered." Envelope has stamp affixed and is postmarked New York, November 12.
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Resource ID:
bh024905
Creator:
Date Issued:
1860
Format:
1 envelope ; 3.25 x 5.75 in.
Filing Location:
MS/Lincoln, Abraham
Note (Content):
Envelope donated with letter written by Grace Bedell to Abraham Lincoln, dated October 15, 1860. Resource ID bh005001
Rights:
Physical rights are retained by DPL. Copyright is retained in accordance with U.S. copyright laws.