Collection Highlights
Petition to Abraham Lincoln for recruitment of black troops
Date:
ca. 1862
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Petitions
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Charger
Object Number:
INV.649
Date:
1720-1770
Medium:
Pewter
Dimensions:
Overall: 1/4 x 15 in. ( 0.6 x 38.1 cm )
Marks:
struck: once beneath well: winged rose surmounted by crown; "H.S." surmounted by crowns
Description:
Pewter dish with single-reeded brim; engraved and chased with shield containing crossed swords and bird.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
