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150th Anniversary Lincoln Intaglio Print
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Item Number: 49221
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The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is pleased to introduce its 2012 Intaglio Print Program, the "150th Anniversary Series."
This year’s commemorative program is dedicated to 150 years of pride, craftsmanship and innovation of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.
This print, featuring Abraham Lincoln and an exquisite compilation of unique engravings focusing on the age-old art of intaglio printing, is the first card in the “150thAnniversary Series.”
Description of Images: Border - Engraved in 1928 by Howard S. Nutter and Charles F. Wittenauer; Vignette – Scrollwork - Engraved in 1873, Engraver unknown; Portrait of Abraham Lincoln - Engraved in 1861 by National Bank Note Co.; Vignette – Ornate Border (surrounding portrait) - Engraved in 1869 by Charles Skinner; Vignette – Treasury Building - Engraved in 1888 by Angelo Delnoce of the American Bank Note Co.; Geometric Lathe Design (red and blue) – Printed in Offset; 150th Anniversary Logo – Printed in Offset.
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