Collection Highlights
Subway controller
Date:
1904
Object Number:
1922.103
Medium:
Silver, steel, ebony
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: B.F.D. 474
Object Number:
INV.9244
Date:
1890-1940
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. ( 6.4 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Metal shamrock-shaped badge with central image of Liberty encircled by inscription "EENDRAGHT MACKT MAGHT"; inscribed in surrounding lobes "B./ F./ D./ 474."
Gallery Label:
This badge was worn by firefighters belonging to the paid Fire Department of Brooklyn, New York.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
