"Keep Coolidge" Hood Ornament, 1924
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Decorative aftermarket hood ornaments or mascots came in a wide variety of styles and prices in the early 20th century. The "Keep Cool-idge" slogan connected with Calvin Coolidge's 1924 campaign promise of maintaining the status quo during the country's booming economy. It also related to keeping the car's temperature cool, as this hood ornament doubled as a radiator cap.
Decorative aftermarket hood ornaments or mascots came in a wide variety of styles and prices in the early 20th century. The "Keep Cool-idge" slogan connected with Calvin Coolidge's 1924 campaign promise of maintaining the status quo during the country's booming economy. It also related to keeping the car's temperature cool, as this hood ornament doubled as a radiator cap.
Artifact
Hood ornament
Date Made
1924
Place of Creation
Keywords
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2002.0.25.183
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Aluminum (Metal)
Dimensions
Height: 3.25 in
Diameter: 2.25 in
Inscriptions
on front: KEEP COOLIDGE
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