Collection Highlights
Alexander Hamilton (1757-1804)
Date:
ca. 1793
Object Number:
1928.18
Medium:
White marble
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Button
Object Number:
INV.2509
Date:
ca. 1915
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/8 x 5/8 in. ( 1 x 1.6 cm )
Marks:
stamped: around top edge: "THE DUPLEX / PAT. JULY 27 - 15"
Description:
Circular brass button stud with recessed center with two holes through it for attachment.
Gallery Label:
This button stud was possibly manufactured by C.J. Haley & Co. as an element to one of their hose supporters, and marketed as a "Flexible Felt Button." The company was based at 373 Broadway, New York City.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
