Collection Highlights
Salver
1772-1773
1928.24
Silver
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Cuff links (pair) in envelope
Object name
Cuff links (pair) in envelope
Date
1750-1780
Medium
Gold
Dimensions
overall (each): 7/8 x 1/2 x 5/8 in. ( 2.2 x 1.3 x 1.6 cm )
Description
Pair of gold cuff links, each consisting of a set a flat oval pieces with shanks on reverse and joined together with oblong link between the shanks; monogram "G" at center of each flat surface.
Credit Line
Gift of Frederic Gallatin
Object Number
1889.8ab
Marks
engraved: center of each piece: "G"
Gallery Label
These cuff links belonged to Horatio Gates (1728/9-1806). Born in England, he served in Nova Scotia under Cornwallis in the British army as a youth. He came to America in 1772, purchasing land in what is now West Virginia. Siding with the colonies when the Revolution broke out, he joined the Continental Army and was given the rank of brigadier general. In 1790 he freed his slaves, sold his plantation, and moved to New York. He served in the New York State legislature from 1800 to 1801.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
