Collection Highlights
Framed leaves from Abraham Lincoln's bier
Date:
1865
Object Number:
1947.47
Medium:
Albumen photograph, plant material, ink, silk ribbon, wood gilding
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge mounted: Exempt Volunteer Firemen's Assn.
Object Number:
INV.10876
Date:
1890-1930
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 in. ( 3.2 x 2.9 cm )
Description:
Metal shield-shaped badge with central image of buffalo in front of sun-burst; inscribed "EXEMPT/ VOLUNTEER FIREMEN'S/ N.Y./ ASSOCIATION."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
