Alexander Hamilton Ornament National Archives

National Archives Store Exclusive Made in Lincoln, Rhode Island, U.S.A. 3 1/2 X 2 3/4 inches Gift boxed Product Description Learn More Pay tribute to founding father Alexander Hamilton with this brilliant custom-made ornament. With extraordinary detail precision-etched onto high quality metal it is made exclusively for the National Archives Store and is perfect for display year round, or during the holidays. Born in the West Indies and overcoming great adversity as a young man, Alexander Hamilton led a truly extraordinary life. After his parents died when he was a child, rich benefactors recognized his abilities and talent and sent him to New York City. He pursued a college education and soon joined the colonies' fight for independence from Great Britain. During the Revolutionary War, Hamilton became the senior aide to General George Washington. Following the war, Hamilton was an active participant of the Constitutional Convention and helped secure the Constitution's ratificati