Collection Highlights
Fire engine condenser case of the Clinton Fire Company No. 41
Date:
ca. 1842
Object Number:
1937.1631
Medium:
Wood, oil paint, gilding
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoulder loops (pair)
Object Number:
INV.10885ab
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wool, metal
Dimensions:
overall (each): 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 11 3/8 in. ( 1.3 x 6.4 x 28.9 cm )
Description:
Pair of black wool Naval shoulder loops; one row of 1/2" gilt lacing at the shoulder end with one 5-pointed star above, button at collar end cast with eagle clutching an anchor encircled by stars; reverse lined with black grosgrain, fabric strap at shoulder end to fasten at the collar end.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
