Museum Collections
Luce Center
Commemorative token
Object Number:
2002.1.1966
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
1/8 x 2 1/8 in. diameter
Description:
Commemorative token embossed with a central portrait of a man with long hair surrounded by the words "Elias Howe Jr./ Inventor & Maker, New York, U.S.A.". Howe made sewing machines and is credited with the invention of the two thread lock stitch.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.