Collection Highlights
Fire engine condenser case of the Clinton Fire Company No. 41
Date:
ca. 1842
Object Number:
1937.1631
Medium:
Wood, oil paint, gilding
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Luce Center
Letter clip
Object Number:
1943.400
Date:
1875-1900
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 x 3 3/4 x 7 in. ( 5.1 x 9.5 x 17.8 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on bottom section of clip: [illegible]
Description:
Stamped brass letter clip; top portion stamped with sheaf of wheat and cornucopia design; top hinged to flat bottom portion with spring mechanism.
Credit Line:
Gift of John J. Corell
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
