Lincoln 1861 Ferrotype Medal Button Issued on date of Jefferson Davis's Election

Abraham Lincoln Hannibal Hamlin 1861 Campaign Ferrotype Campaign Medal Button. The date on the reverse of the item is Feburary 18, 1861 the date that Jefferson Davis was sworn in as president of the Confederate States of America in Montgomery, Ala. The front has the words "laws" "Union" and the name "Llincoln" printed above his photo. Unusual item apparently produced on this historic date to promote the "Northern" politician Abraham Lincoln.

The items shows signs of oxidation and toning. The reverse has no photo, and it is unclear if there was originally a photo of the Vice Presidential candiate or if there was never a photo. Brass type metal round framed medal. . Excellent opportunity acquire this fine specimen at a fraction of what the price would be it is were in pristine condition. .