Collection Highlights
Castle Garden, New York City
1859
1972.13
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Badge: Pioneer 1...
Object name
Badge: Pioneer 1...
Date
1890-1930
Medium
Metal
Dimensions
Overall: 2 1/4 x 1 1/4 in. ( 5.7 x 3.2 cm )
Description
Circular metal badge with central image of fire helmet, horn and ladders surrounded by rope border and inscription "PIONEER 1/ W.B.H. & L./ 40" with foliate decoration at sides; topped by eagle and terminated in crossed horns under number plate.
Object Number
INV.1777
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
