Collection Highlights
The Puritan
1899
1946.253
Dark brown/ black patinated bronze
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge on block in envelope: B.F.D. 474
Object name
Badge on block in envelope: B.F.D. 474
Date
1890-1940
Medium
Metal
Dimensions
Overall: 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in. ( 6.4 x 6.4 cm )
Description
Metal shamrock-shaped badge with central image of Liberty encircled by inscription "EENDRAGHT MACKT MAGHT"; inscribed in surrounding lobes "B./ F./ D./ 474."
Object Number
INV.9244
Gallery Label
This badge was worn by firefighters belonging to the paid Fire Department of Brooklyn, New York.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
