Collection Highlights
Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)
1805
1867.306
Oil on linen
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Luce Center
Badge: NYC Volunteer Fireman's Ass'n
Object name
Badge: NYC Volunteer Fireman's Ass'n
Date
1890-1940
Medium
Metal
Dimensions
Overall: 2 3/4 x 1 1/4 in. ( 7 x 3.2 cm )
Description
Circular mixed-metal pin-back badge with eagle at top and decorative tapered bottom. Inscribed around central circle with "VOLUNTEER FIREMENS ASSOCIATION/ N.Y. CITY." Gold colored center with image of helmet, horns and ladder surrounded by "rope" border. Inscribed "983" at bottom outside of circle.
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. Charles F. Vincelette
Object Number
1943.73
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
