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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
George Washington Commemorative Axe

George Washington Commemorative Axe

Artifact IDMO 2007.1253
Object Type Commemorative
Maker
Mediummetal (iron ?)
Dimensionsoverall H 5 1/4 in x W 12 1/8 in x D 3/8 in (13.3 cm x 30.8 cm x 1 cm )
Physical DescriptionA decorative wall piece in the form of a cast metal axe, possibly chrome-plated, commemorating George Washington. The head of the axe features a cut out left-facing profile portrait of George Washington. The handle has a raised inscription that reads: “WASHINGTON / INAUGURATED PRESIDENT OF THE US / APR. 30, 1789.” Two metal loops along the top of the axe allow for hanging.
Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGift Items and Commemorative Artifacts (National Archives Identifier 782690)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedCopyrightReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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