Collection Highlights
Ledger, 1678-1684
Date:
1678-1684
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Clopper.Ledger.1678
Medium:
Pen and ink on paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Storage box for epaulets
Object Number:
1936.438c-d
Date:
1860-1865
Medium:
Metal, paint
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 1/4 x 9 3/8 x 6 3/4 in. ( 15.9 x 23.8 x 17.1 cm )
Marks:
incised: on top of lid: "Grant / 2nd Reg / 2d Brig"
painted: on front of box: "Dr. G. Grant / 2nd Regt / N. J. V."
Description:
Black painted metal storage box for epaulets; oblong with rounded corners; hinged lid with flat top and wire handle; red velvet lining; oval interior compartment containing five shoulder straps (1936.440ab, 1936.443ab, 1936.444); interior compartment with detachable lid.
Gallery Label:
This storage box for epaulets was used by the donor's father, Dr. Gabriel Grant (1826-1909), during the Civil War. Dr. Grant was Surgeon of the 2nd New Jersey Volunteers and later appointed Surgeon-in-Chief of Division.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Madison Grant
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
