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Object Name:
Badge
Object ID:
2014.046.05
Date:
1890-1900
Description:
Union veteran's badge. Copper medallion suspended from red, yellow, and blue silk ribbon. Ribbon suspended from copper pin that bears crossed swords and circular emblem with five-pointed star and "UVU / 1861 1865". Medallion is circular with notched edge, crossed rifles and cannons, anchor, and "UNION VETERANS UNION".
Material:
Metal
Copper
Textile
Ribbon
Dimensions:
H-3.7 W-1.5 inches
Provenance:
Belonged to Joseph C. Chapman (1843-1920) of Windsor, NH, member of Company G, 9th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry, during Civil War.
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