Museum Collections
Luce Center
Buckle in 2 parts: initials A.O.
Object Number:
1936.593ab
Date:
1780-1820
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
overall (assembled): 1 1/4 x 1 7/8 x 1/8 in. ( 3.2 x 4.8 x 0.3 cm )
Marks:
engraved: center of assembled buckle: "AO"
Description:
Silver clasp fastener in two parts, in the form of a sunflower with hook and eye closure; petals radiate from oval center with monogram initial on each half, "A" and "O".
Gallery Label:
This buckle belonged to Abigail Ogden (1765-1820) of Elizabeth, New Jersey, who married Ezekiel Ogden, Jr. (1765-1822) in 1787. It was donated by her great granddaughter.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Ella Juliette Sherwood
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.