Mourning Ribbon — Marquis de Lafayette / SOLD

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Mourning Ribbon — Marquis de Lafayette

 

A scarce and visually striking mourning ribbon commemorating the death of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette, one of the most revered figures of the American Revolutionary generation. Silk ribbon features an elegant funerary design with draped mourning tassels surrounding a central medallion portrait.

 

The ribbon bears the inscription “LAFAYETTE” above and “DIED May 21st 1834 aged 76 yrs.” below, marking Lafayette’s death and reflecting the profound national mourning that followed.

 

An outstanding artifact for collectors of Revolutionary War history, early American political material, or memorial and mourning items.

 

Comes housed in 12 x 8 riker display case with red velvet and descriptive card.

 

Inventory Number: POL 415

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Black and white portrait ribbon featuring a profile image labeled “Lafayette,” with decorative drapes and text below noting his death and age.
A memorial ribbon with a portrait medallion of Lafayette, black draped border, and text noting Lafayette died May 20, 1834, aged 76 years.
A black-and-white illustration features draped tassels below a medallion and the inscription: "DIED May 21st, 1834 aged 70 yrs.
Engraved illustration with the name "Lafayette" above a draped curtain and a medallion featuring a profile portrait of a man.
A rectangular piece of fabric features a faint, upside-down printed design with draped curtains and partially visible, reversed text.
A framed commemorative ribbon featuring a portrait labeled "Lafayette," with decorative tassels and text noting his death in 1834, displayed on a red background.

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