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Tool (for metals) (Die)
American Emblem Company
1933-1963
Description
This circular die is one half of the set needed to stamp up a planchet or section of metal with an impression of Washington's portrait. It has a tradition of being designed and used to create a portion of the twentieth-century version of a Purple Heart medal, awarded for military service and sacrifice. The award was established by George Washington after the Revolutionary War.
Category
Tools
Creator/Artist/Maker
American Emblem Company (Attributed Maker)
Place of Origin
New Hartford; New York; Oneida; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Materials
- Iron
- Steel
Museum Object Number
2000.0058.001
Credit Line/Donor
Gift of Buol Hinman
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Object Number
2000.0058.001
Object Name
Tool (for metals) (Die)
Category
Tools
Creator (Role)
American Emblem Company (Attributed Maker)
Place of Origin
New Hartford; New York; Oneida; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America
Date
1933-1963
Subject(s)
- Washington
- George
- Portrait
- Military
Materials
- Iron
- Steel
Techniques
- Cast
- Die-sinking
Dimensions (inches)
2.087 (H) x 1.85 (Diam)
Dimensions (centimeters)
5.3 (H) x 4.7 (Diam)