Collection Highlights
Lady Arthur Paget (Minne Stevens) dressed for the Delmonico ball, 1875
Date:
1875
Object Number:
PR.223.1.4.1
Medium:
Photograph
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Medal
Object Number:
2008.42.360
Date:
ca. 1913
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
height and width: 46.9 x 37.9mm (1 7/8 x 1 1/2 in.)
Marks:
Reverse center in shield shape: "M.P.B./ P.I.U."; surrounded by "BASTIAN BROS. CO./ ROCHESTER N.Y."
Description:
Silver struck uniface keystone-shaped medal showing rowboat at sea with oarsmen and standing figure, flag at rear; legend: "WE HAVE MET THE/ ENEMY AND THEY/ ARE OURS". Slot hanger fused at top.
Credit Line:
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
