Collection Highlights
Fragment of the equestrian statue of King George III (tail)
Date:
1770-1776
Object Number:
1878.6
Medium:
Lead
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Luce Center
Nightstick w/ strap
Object Number:
1942.77
Date:
1840-1860
Medium:
Wood, leather
Dimensions:
Overall: 26 x 1 3/8 in. ( 66 x 3.5 cm )
Marks:
carved: by strap at handle end: "5421"
Description:
Straight baton style nightstick with leather strap tied through holes bored at the handle end; carved identification mark between strap.
Gallery Label:
This nightstick was used by a member of the New York City Police Department.
Credit Line:
Gift of George E. Stonebridge
Provenance:
The George E. Stonebridge Collection
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
