Wooden Campaign Nickel
Subject
George A. Athanson
American, died 2000
Mediumwood; ink
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 1 1/2in. (3.8cm)
ClassificationsGovernment and Politics
Credit LineGift of the Family of Former State Rep. Muriel Yacavone
DescriptionRound wooden campaign nickel. Printed in black on front: “DON’T LET ANYONE FOOL YOU / Let George Do It! / Mayor / GEORGE A. / ATHANSON / ‘Hartford’”. Printed in black on reverse: "WOODEN NICKEL / [image of a Native man]."
Object number2023.39.25
On View
Not on view
1970-1990
Lewtan Industries