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Fire Badge

Collection Type

  • Jewelry

Date

ca. 1875

GUSN

GUSN-103201

Description

White metal fireman's badge in the form of a shield.

Details

Descriptive Terms

pins (jewelry)
BROOCH

Inscription

"ASST. / E.A.STRAW / S.F. 1 E.C.o. / M.F.D." (Engraved)

Additional Identification Number

2708

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Methuen, Massachusetts

Dimensions

2 3/8 in x 1 5/8 in x 1/4 in (HxWxD) (inches)

Accession Number

1951.5

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Title Fireman's badge Accession Number 1951.5
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