Collection Highlights
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Date:
1864
Object Number:
PR.011.5
Medium:
Albumen print mounted on card (Carte de Visite)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Button
Object Number:
INV.7433k
Date:
1940-1945
Medium:
Plastic
Dimensions:
Overall: 5/8 x 3/4 in. ( 1.6 x 1.9 cm )
Description:
Dome-shaped plastic button; eagle perched over anchor in center, encircled by stars.
Gallery Label:
This button was worn on an officer's summer uniform during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Frank L. Jackson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
