War of 1812 pin

Object/Artifact

Historic Hudson Valley

Name/Title

War of 1812 pin

Entry/Object ID

MP.94.464

Description

Military style pin with an eagle with wings extended stands on curled parchment which reads 1812. Possibly a commemorative pin; probably not from 1812. The pin is all brass, which is heavily tarnished on the back. Four pins jut out from the back and are bent inward to tack onto clothing.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Attribution

Maker

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Overall

Height

2 in

Width

2-1/8 in

Dimension Notes

Display Dimensions: 2 x 2 1/8 in. (5.1 x 5.4 cm)

Material

brass

General Notes

Note Type

StorageNote

Note

Home Location: Historic Hudson Valley, Montgomery Place, Garment Storage Room