Collection Highlights
Architect's Sign
Date:
ca. 1837
Object Number:
1953.197
Medium:
Wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Medal
Object Number:
2008.42.219
Date:
ca. 1898
Medium:
Bronze
Dimensions:
diameter: 31.8mm (1 1/4 in.)
Description:
Bronze struck medal with obverse showing battleship above crossed flags and shield; legend: "U.S. BATTLESHIP MAINE DESTROYED AT HAVANA/ FEB.15.1898." Reverse shows man with flag in one and hat in other, with sea and ship in background.
Credit Line:
Gift of the Naval History Society, 1925
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
