Shoulder patch
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Rayon, wool
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 in. ( 7 x 7 cm )
Description:
Circular patch divided into four triangular blue/white rayon sections in center; brown felt border.
Object Number:
INV.5461f
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42961
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Collar and cap badges
Classification:
Date:
1910-1918
Medium:
Brass, paper, cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 16 x 22 x 1/4 in. ( 40.6 x 55.9 x 0.6 cm )
Largest (badge): 2 1/8 x 2 x 1/8 in. (5.4 x 5.1 x 0.3 cm)
Description:
Brass cap badges: eight with wreath at bottom and letters or symbol in center; other badge has eagle with shield on breast and arrows in one talon, branch in other talon, topped by banner and stars; Collar badges: brass disks with letters or symbol stamped in center, and screw on back; all badges mounted to paper board with cotton cover.
Object Number:
INV.11101a-cc
Marks:
applied: a: "INT" (interpreter; cap badge)
applied: d: "RS" (recruiting; cap badge)
stamped: l: "MG" (above crossed rifles)
stamped: o: "RS"
stamped: x: "H"
stamped: y: "DBG"
stamped: z: "TM" (above crossed cannons; trench mortar)
stamped: cc: "INT
Gallery Label:
These badges were worn by various branches of the U.S. Army during World War I. The collar badges were worn on jacket lapels.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1918
eMuseum Object ID:
42960
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Hat plates
Classification:
Date:
1850-1870
Medium:
Brass, lead, tin
Dimensions:
largest: 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 x 1/8 in. ( 9.5 x 8.3 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Curved brass hat plates; each in the shape of an eagle perched atop a shield, with inscription inside scroll at shield bottom; inside shield is coat of arms with shining sun on left side, and stars and stripes on right; tin numbers affixed to front of two plates; plates soldered with lead on back.
Credit Line:
Gift of David B. Bannerman
Object Number:
1945.157a-c
Marks:
affixed: front of a: "46" (46th NY Militia Regt.)
stamped: a: "EXCELSIOR"
affixed: front of b: "47" (47th NY Militia Regt.)
stamped: b: "EXCELSIOR"
stamped: c: "EXCELSIOR"
Gallery Label:
These plates were part of uniform hats worn by members of New York State Militia regiments, probably during the Civil War period.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1870
eMuseum Object ID:
42955
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Shoulder patches
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Wool, rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 6 3/8 x 4 x 1/8 in. ( 16.2 x 10.2 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped black felt patches; all have white rayon eagle at top, perched over crossed feathers; and varying numbers of red felt chevrons at bottom of patch; three of the patches have one, two, and three chevrons respectively; the other has three chevrons with a curved stripe connected to the top chevron, with the feathers between the stripe and the chevron.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Object Number:
INV.7475iiii-llll
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of an Army or Navy corps on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets. One chevron indicates a private first class, two a corporal, and three a sergeant. The curved stripe denotes a staff sergeant.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42948
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Shoulder patches
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Wool, rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 5 1/2 x 3 7/8 x 1/8 in. ( 14 x 9.8 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped black felt patches; all have white rayon eagle at top, perched over three-bladed propeller flanked by letters on both sides; and varying numbers of red felt chevrons at bottom of patch; three of the patches have one, two, and three chevrons respectively; the other has three chevrons with a curved stripe connected to the top chevron, with the propeller between the stripe and the chevron.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Object Number:
INV.7475eeee-hhhh
Marks:
sewn: center: "MO"
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of an Army or Navy corps on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets. One chevron indicates a private first class, two a corporal, and three a sergeant. The curved stripe denotes a staff sergeant.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42947
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Shoulder patches
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Wool, rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 5 3/4 x 4 x 1/8 in. ( 14.6 x 10.2 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped black felt patches; all have white rayon eagle at top, perched over propeller flanked by wings on both sides; and varying numbers of red felt chevrons at bottom of patch; three of the patches have one, two, and three chevrons respectively; the other has three chevrons with a curved stripe connected to the top chevron, with the propeller between the stripe and the chevron.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Object Number:
INV.7475aaaa-dddd
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of an Army or Navy corps on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets. One chevron indicates a private first class, two a corporal, and three a sergeant. The curved stripe denotes a staff sergeant.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42946
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Shoulder patches
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Wool, rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 6 x 4 x 1/8 in. ( 15.2 x 10.2 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped black felt patches; all have white rayon eagle at top, perched over interlocked keys flanked by feather at their bottom; and varying numbers of red felt chevrons at bottom of patch; three of the patches have one, two, and three chevrons respectively; the other has three chevrons with a curved stripe connected to the top chevron, with the keys between the stripe and the chevron.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Object Number:
INV.7475www-zzz
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of an Army or Navy corps on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets. One chevron indicates a private first class, two a corporal, and three a sergeant. The curved stripe denotes a staff sergeant.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42944
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Shoulder patches
Classification:
Date:
1940-1950
Medium:
Wool, rayon
Dimensions:
largest: 6 x 3 1/2 x 1/8 in. ( 15.2 x 8.9 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped black felt patches; all have white rayon eagle at top, perched over crossed keys; and varying numbers of red felt chevrons at bottom of patch; three of the patches have one, two, and three chevrons respectively; the other has three chevrons with a curved stripe connected to the top chevron, with the keys between the stripe and the chevron.
Credit Line:
Bequest of Henry O. Havemeyer, 1966
Object Number:
INV.7475sss-vvv
Gallery Label:
These patches were worn by members of an Army or Navy corps on the upper left sleeve of their uniform jackets. One chevron indicates a private first class, two a corporal, and three a sergeant. The curved stripe denotes a staff sergeant.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1950
eMuseum Object ID:
42943
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Chevron
Classification:
Date:
1860-1870
Medium:
Wool
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/8 x 9 1/4 x 1/8 in. ( 13.7 x 23.5 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Three curved blue stripes against navy background.
Object Number:
INV.4111
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1870
eMuseum Object ID:
42941
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Insignia
Classification:
Date:
1860-1870
Medium:
Metal, wool
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 7/8 x 1 3/4 x 1/8 in. ( 4.8 x 4.4 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Gold metal star edged with black felt.
Object Number:
INV.6210
Gallery Label:
This star insignia was part of an epaulette.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1870
eMuseum Object ID:
42938
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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