Collection Highlights
Slant-front desk
Date:
1777-1794
Object Number:
1947.461
Medium:
Mahogany
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: Veteran Association, 1885 NY
Object Number:
1454
Date:
ca. 1885
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 x 1 1/2 in. ( 5.1 x 3.8 cm )
Marks:
inscribed at back: "N. STAFFORD/ 66/ FULTON ST N.Y."
Description:
Metal shield-shaped badge with central image of fire helmet, ladder, axe and horn; inscribed "VERTERAN ASSOCIATION/ 1885/ NEW YORK."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
