Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shoulder straps (pair) in original box
Object Number:
Z.3068a-d
Date:
1890-1920
Medium:
Textile, cardboard
Dimensions:
Each (strap): 4 1/8 x 1 5/8 x 3/8 in. (10.5 x 4.1 x 1 cm)
Marks:
maker's mark: on box lid: "HORSTMANN BROS & CO. / TRADE / MARK. / PHILADELPHIA."
Description:
Pair of brigadier general's(?) shoulder straps in original cardboard box; each rectangular strap made of black felt with silver embroidered star at center, gold embroidered border, and two hooks on reverse for fastening; rectangular cardboard box covered in maroon paper with silver border on lid and silver maker's mark.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




