Mail route 17 mail carriers cap emblem of Hal Chrisman, before 1922

Name/Title

Mail route 17 mail carriers cap emblem of Hal Chrisman, before 1922

Entry/Object ID

1990.16.2

Description

Acc. No. 90.16.2 Subject Category: Post Office, Alameda Date or Period: Before 1922 Object: Emblem Description: Embossed metal (possibly brass, nickel plated) emblem with decorative designs (laurel boughs) flanking the number "17" and the letters "U.S.M." (attached to a grid). Unknown maker. History of Object: Emblem from the mail carriers cap worn by Hal Chrisman. The number "17" signifies the route (West End, below Webster Street) serviced by Chrisman. Acquired from: B. L. Chrisman Date: 3-10-1990