Collection Highlights
The Assassination of President Lincoln, at Ford's Theater, Washington D.C. April 14th 1865
Date:
1865
Object Number:
PR.052.60
Medium:
Paper
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Luce Center
fireman's pin
Object Number:
234.c
Medium:
Metal, paper
Marks:
Text encircling central design: "VOLUNTEER FIREMENS ASSOCATION N.Y. CITY"
Below central design: "676"
Inscriptions:
Paper note: "#234/Gift of S.V. Hoffman/June 10, 1925"
Description:
Firefighter's badge. Shield design with central firefighter's helmet, fire horn, ladder, and other equipment, surrounded by text, shield surmounted by an eagle with spread wings. Paper label included with object.
Credit Line:
Gift of S.V. Hoffman, June 10, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
