Collection Highlights
Badge of the Society of the Cincinnati
Date:
ca. 1802
Object Number:
1972.12ab
Medium:
Silk, gold, enamel
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: Indian hose
Object Number:
INV.9247
Date:
1880-1910
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 225 x 1 3/4 in. ( 571.5 x 4.4 cm )
Description:
Shield-shaped metal badge with central image of fire wagon; inscribed in banners at top and bottom "INDIAN HOSE/ WHITESTONE L.I./ 2."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
