Name/Title
BeltEntry/Object ID
1977.40Description
Circular, solid-silver belt with gold shield clasp. The belt is engraved with a floral pattern that covers the outer surface. The front shield is chased with a floral border engraved with the inscription, "Champion of the World, presented by the citizens of New York". The belt is inscribed with the names of the previous world champions from 1877, 1880, 1884, and 1887 (John McMahon).Context
Won by John McMahon of Bakersfield, VT, 1887.Acquisition
Accession
1977.40Source or Donor
Hale, Mary E. (1900-1988)Acquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Manufacturer
Schuyler, Hartley & GrahamDate made
1887Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
BeltNomenclature Sub-Class
Clothing AccessoriesNomenclature Class
ClothingNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal ObjectsDimensions
Dimension Description
OverallWidth
3 inDiameter
13 inRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
McMahon, John (1841-1911)Related Places
Place
Town
BakersfieldCounty
Franklin CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America