Collection Highlights
Mayor George B. McClellan at the controls of the first subway train, October 27, 1904
Date:
1904
Object Number:
PR.020.90.1
Medium:
Silver gelatin print
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Brooch with crossed flags and "Union Forever" slogan
Object Number:
2011.30.1
Date:
ca. 1863-1865
Medium:
Metal, enamel, and unidentified material
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/2 x 2 in. (3.8 x 5.1 cm)
Description:
Oval brooch with gadrooned border and black enamel frame enclosing shadow box with crossed flags and banner of glass-like material; banner inscribed "Union Forever."
Credit Line:
Gift of Ivan C. and Marilynn Gelfman Karp
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
