Erie R.R. Uniform Buttons

Object/Artifact

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Chester Historical Society

Erie R.R. Uniform Buttons - face.: The image shows a series of metal buttons, each inscribed with the word "ERIE," on
Erie R.R. Uniform Buttons - face.

The image shows a series of metal buttons, each inscribed with the word "ERIE," on

Name/Title

Erie R.R. Uniform Buttons

Entry/Object ID

chs-016039

Description

4 Erie R.R. Uniform Buttons Large buttons and small silver button made by Superior. The small brass one by Scovill Mfg., Waterbury, Conn. Large buttons: 0.9 by 0.9 by 0.4 in. (2.3 x 2.3 x 1 cm) Small buttons: 1.6 x 1.6 x 1 cm

Category

Erie, Erie-Lackawana, Conrail

Acquisition

Notes

Unknown

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Superior, Scovill

Date made

circa 1900 - circa 1976

Notes

Waterbury, Connecticut factories closed in 1976.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

[face] Erie [back big buttons] Superior. [back small buttons] Scovill Mfg., Co.

Dimensions

Height

2.3 cm

Width

2.3 cm

Depth

1 cm

Dimension Notes

Large buttons: 0.9 by 0.9 by 0.4 in. (2.3 x 2.3 x 1 cm) Small buttons: 1.6 x 1.6 x 1 cm

Create Date

January 14, 2025

Update Date

April 8, 2025