Collection Highlights
N Amsterdam, ou N Iork in Ameriq
Date:
ca. 1700
Object Number:
PR.020.FF.13
Medium:
Colored engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: N.Y.F.D. 25
Object Number:
1447
Date:
1839-1865
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 in. ( 3.8 cm )
Description:
Circular metal badge with image of fire wagon at bottom and inscription "5/ N.Y.F.D./ 25" encircled by fire hose border.
Gallery Label:
This badge was worn by members of the NY Volunteer Fire Department which was organized in 1839 and disbanded in 1865.
Credit Line:
Gift of Charles G. Moller
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
