Collection Highlights
Southern Chivalry - Argument versus Club's
Date:
1856
Object Number:
PR.010.1856.4
Medium:
Lithograph
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Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: Metropolitan Fire Commissioner
Object Number:
INV.9250
Date:
1870-1910
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 3/4 x 1 3/4 in. ( 7 x 4.4 cm )
Description:
Circular metal badge with central grouping of fire helmet, axe, ladder and horn within rope border; encircling inscription "VOLUNTEER FIREMENS ASSOCIATION/ N.Y. CITY"; number plate at bottom "1104"; eagle perched at top over elongated Ionic column capital.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
