Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1820-1823
Object Number:
PR.221.44
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Plaque: Hebrew inscription
Object Number:
INV.9320
Date:
1900-1930
Medium:
Wood
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 3/4 x 3 3/8 x 1/8 in. ( 14.6 x 8.6 x 0.3 cm )
Marks:
printed: center: Israel in hebrew
Description:
Rectangular wooden plaque with beveled edges; Hebrew letters painted at center within incised rectangular border with indented corners.
Gallery Label:
The letters painted on this plaque spell the Hebrew word for "Israel."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
