Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Plate, Commemorative |
Catalog Number |
1982.8.6 |
Maker |
Gorham |
Date |
1910 |
Material(s) |
Silver |
Dimensions |
D-0.5 Dia-9.5 inches |
Description |
This is a silver plate commemorating the completion of the new Kentucky state capitol building. There is an image of the Old State Capitol engraved on the front. There is a floral design embossed around the rim. |
Notes |
This commemorative plate by the Gorham Manufacturing Company of Rhode Island features the façade of the Old State Capitol. Designed by Gideon Shryock and completed in 1830, the Old Capitol had become too small to serve as the seat of government by 1900. This plate belonged to Governor J.C.W. Beckham, who signed the bill authorizing the construction of the New Capitol Building in 1905. |
Collection |
Eleanor Beckham Collection |
People |
Gorham |
Subjects |
Capitol buildings Capitols Commemoration Government buildings Government State government |
Search Terms |
New Capitol Building Capitol Capitol building Old Capitol Old State Capitol |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |