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"Keep Coolidge" Hood Ornament, 1924

1924

The Henry Ford

The Henry Ford
Dearborn, MI, United States

Decorative aftermarket hood ornaments or mascots came in a wide variety of styles and prices in the early 20th century. Any car owner with some extra cash could personalize their vehicle. This "Keep Coolidge" mascot appealed to backers of President Coolidge who wanted to see him reelected.

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  • Title: "Keep Coolidge" Hood Ornament, 1924
  • Date Created: 1924
  • Location: United States
  • Subject Keywords: Coolidge, Calvin, 1872-1933, Political campaigns, Automobiles, United States presidents, Cars, Hood ornaments, Radiator caps
  • Type: Objects
  • Contributor: The Henry Ford
  • Original Source: Digital Collections
  • Object Name: Hood ornament
  • Object ID: 2002.0.25.183
  • Image ID: THF154975
  • Credit: From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
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