Collection Highlights
Chatelaine
Date:
ca. 1761
Object Number:
1954.179a-d
Medium:
Silver gilt, gold, enamel, ivory, chalcedony, glass, paint
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cigarette case in wrapper: Sons of the Revolution...1935
Object Number:
1942.427
Date:
1935
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 2 5/8 x 3/8 in. ( 10.2 x 6.7 x 1 cm )
Marks:
engraved: center obverse: "SONS OF THE REVOLUTION"
engraved: bottom obverse: "FEBRUARY 22, 1935"
Description:
Hinged chromium steel commemorative cigarette case with inscription and engraving on the obverse depicting an American Revolutionary soldier holding a rifle, on a scalloped medallion with stars surrounding the image, and an eagle perched on top; with clasp closure; inside is a vertical hinged bar to secure the cigarettes, imbricated Gestalt pattern both sides inside.
Credit Line:
Gift of Helvyn D. Benson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
