George Washington Inaugural button, "Long Live the President"
Date1787-1797
MediumBronze or copper
DimensionsOverall: 9/16 in (15 mm)
Credit LineGift of the Lasser family
Object number2003-22,153
DescriptionA small vest or waistcoat sized die struck button with a laural wreath surrounded by "Long Live The President"Label TextWith the inauguration of the first president of the United States, commemorative objects were made to celebrate the occasion. Several patterns of buttons were produced, likely in England for the American market. This is a rare vest or waistcoat sized example.
1789-1797
1766
1789-1797
1835-1855
1835-1855
