Collection Highlights
Declaration of Independence
Date:
1776
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1776.4
Medium:
Paper, broadside
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Uniform buttons (32)
Object Number:
INV.8283a-ff
Date:
1830-1880
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
Part (largest): 5/8 x 7/8 in. (1.6 x 2.2 cm)
Part (smallest): 3/8 x 5/8 in. (1 x 1.6 cm)
Marks:
stamped: on reverse: "D. EVANS & CO. / ATTLEBORO MASS"
Description:
Collection of thirty-two circular, gilded metal uniform buttons in two sizes, all with domed centers, flat rims, and loop shanks on reverse; relief decoration consisting of a shield-breasted eagle inside a border of stars.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
