Collection Highlights
Napoleon's Authorization for the Sale of the Louisiana Territory
Date:
April 24, 1803
Object Number:
MSS.Y1803
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Luce Center
Watch case
Object Number:
Z.2308
Date:
1775-1825
Medium:
Brass, leather
Dimensions:
Overall: 7/8 x 2 in. ( 2.2 x 5.1 cm )
Marks:
printed: inside reverse side of case: "Watches of every description repaired. Warranted. / STEBBINS & HOWE / WATCH MAKERS / 146 / Chatham Street NEW YORK / One door from Mulberry Street"
Description:
Brass open-faced watch case with hinged front cover, metal clasp fastener; originally covered with leather applied with brass studs; reverse has remnants of piqué swirling floral design; inside of reverse lined with maker's advertisement.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
