Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Pin
Object Number:
INV.7433j
Date:
1940-1945
Medium:
Brass
Dimensions:
Overall: 3/8 x 1 1/4 x 1/4 in. ( 1 x 3.2 x 0.6 cm )
Marks:
painted: "USO/CAMP SHOWS"
Description:
Rectangular brass pin; enameled with white eagle against red background, with gold lettering.
Gallery Label:
This pin was worn by members of the United Services Organization during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Frank L. Jackson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
