Drum
- Object Name:
- Drum
- Object ID:
- 1966.544.02
- Creator:
- Hall, David C. (1822-1900)
- Place of Origin:
- Boston, MA
- Date:
- 1863
- Description:
- Drum, Civil War. Nickel-plated brass sides engraved with seven broken wreaths. Engraved center decoration: eagle with outspread wings and shield, with lettering above, "POST BAND. / HILTON HEAD S.C." Maker's mark, "D.C. HALL. / MANUFACTURER, / BOSTON, MASS.", around vent hole. Wood bands painted dark blue with gilt decorations; painted red inside. Parchment heads.
- Material:
- Metal
Birch
Vellum
Rope - Dimensions:
- H-13.5 Dia-17 inches
- Provenance:
- Drum of James A. Farnham (1847-1932), later used by Nathan M. Gove (1849-1922).
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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