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Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Rutherford B. Hayes Commemorative Token
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.

Rutherford B. Hayes Commemorative Token

Artifact ID1981.10211.01
Object Type Coin, Commemorative
Maker (button manufacturer, founded 1802, Waterbury, CT)
Date early 20th Century
Medium Metal (brass)
Dimensions1/16 × 1 in., 6 g (1.5 × 25.5 mm, 0.21 oz.)
Physical DescriptionThis is a gold-toned commemorative coin bearing the likeness of Rutherford B. Hayes. Along the top edge of the coin, the text states “19TH PRESIDENT, U.S.A. 1877 1881” and “RUTHERFORD B. HAYES” at the bottom. The verso of the coin states, “‘He Serves His Party Best Who Serves His Country Best’ BRIGADIER GENERAL IN CIVIL WAR CONGRESSMAN GOVERNOR OF OHIO DEFEATED TILDEN FOR THE PRESIDENCY BY ONE ELECTORAL VOTE.”
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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