Collection Highlights
Corcoran Legion Fifth regiment. Col. William McEvily. A few good men are wanted to fill up Capt. Wm. L. Monegan's company. This is a splendid opportunity for young men to join a Crack Regiment.
Date:
ca. 1862
Object Number:
PR.055.3.189
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Jewelry box
Object Number:
INV.12693
Date:
1800-1900
Medium:
Wood, leather, metal, silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 3 3/4 x 7 3/4 in. ( 10.2 x 9.5 x 19.7 cm )
Description:
Wooden T-shaped jewelry box covered with brown leather, with lid hinged at the back, metal clasp fastener at center front; inside of lid is lined with burgundy satin, box is lined with purple velvet, and formed to hold a bracelet and pendant / brooch set (demi-parure).
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
