Collection Highlights
Manhattan Rifles!
Date:
1861-1865
Object Number:
PR.055.3.226
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: N.Y.F.D. 20
Object Number:
INV.9243
Date:
1836-1883
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 in. ( 3.8 cm )
Description:
Circular metal badge with image of fire wagon at bottom; inscribed "22/ N.Y.F.D./ 20" encircled by fire hose border.
Gallery Label:
This badge was worn by members of the New York Volunteer Fire Department organized in 1836.
Credit Line:
Gift of Waldo Fenton Abbe
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
