Collar Box, Chester A. Arthur, 1880

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Object Details

associated person

Arthur, Chester A.

Description

Chester A. Arthur was not expected to be become president. “Elegant Arthur” – nicknamed that because of his flashy wardrobe – was viewed as a machine politician and an ally of corrupt political bosses in New York. However, President Garfield’s assassination in 1881 made his Vice President, Arthur, the new president. Arthur distinguished himself as relatively scrupulous and upstanding, and won surprised support of some critics. It is fitting that such a stylish president is commemorated with this wooden collar box.

Credit Line

Ralph E. Becker

ID Number

PL.227739.1880.X02

catalog number

227739.1880.X02

accession number

227739

Object Name

Box, Collar

Physical Description

wood (overall material)

inorganic material (unspecified) (lid material)

Measurements

overall: 3 1/4 in x 4 3/4 in x 4 3/4 in; 8.255 cm x 12.065 cm x 12.065 cm

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Political History: Political History, Campaign Collection

Government, Politics, and Reform

American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith

Exhibition

American Democracy

Exhibition Location

National Museum of American History

Data Source