Collection Highlights
The Lost Cause
Date:
1871
Object Number:
PR.068.19
Medium:
Engraving
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Flask with stopper: Captain A. A. Maxam, Quarter Master...
Object Number:
1942.314
Date:
1860-1880
Medium:
Earthenware
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 1/2 x 5 1/4 x 1 3/4 in. ( 16.5 x 13.3 x 4.4 cm )
Marks:
gilded: on one side: "Captain A.A. maxim/Quarter Master/10th Michigan Cavalry."
Description:
Earthenware disk shaped flask; gilt brackets and rim; enamelled mounted figure in Union Army uniform and others side contains gilt lettering and an enamelled medal.
Credit Line:
Gift of William Dey
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
