Objects - Metal
The metal collection includes Vermont-made silver and pewter goods, as well as jewelry, watches, and other fine metal objects that were used in the state.
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Andirons
Name/Title
Andirons
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.40a-b
Description
Pair of wrought iron andirons. Each is faced with a vertical bar shaped like a strap hinge and topped with a ring.
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Kent family in Calais, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
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Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Iron
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Calais
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Artillery Shell Fragment
Name/Title
Artillery Shell Fragment
Entry/Object ID
1967.76.2
Description
Large circular fragment of an artillery shell.
Context
Shot into the foot of Laureston E. Manly of Chittenden, VT, during the Battle of Gettysburg.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.76
Made/Created
Date made
1962-1963
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Manley, Laureston E. (1835-1922)
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Related Events
Civil War, Battle of Gettysburg
Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
2003.44.1a-c
Description
Round metal ashtray with cardboard box. The ashtray is made of spun aluminum and has the words "CONE AUTOMATIC MACHINE COMPANY, WINDSOR, VERMONT" written around the perimeter. The gray box has is a paper label on the lid that reads: "The enclosed sample was produced complete in 29 seconds by a 3 1/2" Six Spindle Conomatic." Two sides of the cover have slits along the edge. The bottom of the box has staple-like attachments on two sides, which push through the slits on the cover to keep it closed.
Context
Made by Cone Automatic Machine Company in Windsor, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2003.44
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Cone Automatic Machine Company
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Materials
Material
Aluminum, Cardboard
Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
1995.16
Description
Ashtray. It is made of silver-tone metal and has a round shape with a short pedestal base. It has four notches that can hold cigarettes. The edge of the ashtray is labeled "CONE AUTOMATIC MACHINE COMPANY / WINDSOR VERMONT".
Context
Made by Cone Automatic Machine Company in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1995.16
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Cone Automatic Machine Company
Date made
1940-1960
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Materials
Material
Metal
Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
1984.15.2
Description
Square, metal ashtray that features a round impression in the center and four cylindrical impressions radiating outward from each corner. The center of the ashtray is labeled "GRANITE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BARRE, VT."
Acquisition
Accession
1984.15
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Granite Mutual Insurance Company
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.63
Description
Eight-sided, metal ash tray. A note with it says it was made in a class of boys and girls age 12 at the College Moderne et Technique.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
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Place
Country
France
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Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
2004.74
Description
This is a commemorative souvenir ashtray made of metal. It is square with curved sides and no indents for cigarettes. The center of the ashtray is molded with the words "Lamoille County Bank 75th Anniversary 1889 - 1964 Hyde Park Stowe Vermont". On the bottom of the ashtray, there is tiny print that reads "Hyde Park" stamped into it.
Context
Produced to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Lamoille County Bank.
Acquisition
Accession
2004.74
Made/Created
Date made
1964
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Lamoille County Bank
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Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
1980.24
Description
This is an ashtray that is shaped like a frying pan and has two spouts. The inside of the ashtray is molded with the text "SMITH WHITCOMB & COOK".
Context
Made by Smith, Whitcomb & Cook, Co. in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1980.24
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Smith, Whitcomb and Cook Co.
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Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Ashtray
Name/Title
Ashtray
Entry/Object ID
1984.31.1
Description
Rectangular, stamped-metal ashtray that has scalloped edges. It features a photo of a large building that is printed onto its surface. The photo is labeled "MONTPELIER SEMINARY."
Context
Produced as a souvenir of Montpelier Seminary in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1984.31
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Aluminum
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Badge
Name/Title
Badge
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.604
Description
Silver-toned metal badge consisting of a circle topped with an eagle. The initials AAA are molded into the center of the circle, over a mottled ground painted black (paint now largely missing). The border of the circle bears the inscription, "CAPTAIN SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL".
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Made/Created
Date made
1960-1963
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Balance
Name/Title
Balance
Entry/Object ID
1870.1a-j
Description
Money scales and case consisting of a rod from which two round disks hang, and six weights of various sizes. The whole is contained within an oval paperboard box covered in thin leather.
Use
Used to determine the value of coinage by weight
Context
Used by Hon. Samuel Mattocks, second State Treasurer of Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1870.1
Made/Created
Date made
1786-1800
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Mattocks, Samuel (1739-1804)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Web Links and URLs
Barometer
Name/Title
Barometer
Entry/Object ID
2021.30.1
Description
Cast iron stick barometer. The long barometer has a cast iron front and wooden back. At the top is a rectangular, glass-faced opening with a paper label behind both the long barometer tube and a small thermometer. The label is printed with lines indicating the temperature measurements and the mark, "J W Smith Stowe Vt."
Context
Made by J. W. Smith in Stowe, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2021.30
Made/Created
Manufacturer
J. W. Smith
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Materials
Material
Iron, Wood, Paper, Glass, Mercury
Basin
Name/Title
Basin
Entry/Object ID
2012.24.1
Description
Grey-enameled metal washbasin. The basin is dented on the bottom rim. There is a small hole at the top rim through which is strung a large paper tag that reads, "States Ex 13 MLS 2/14/41".
Context
Used during the murder of Isabelle Norton in Randolph, Vermont, 1941.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.24
Made/Created
Date made
1936-1941
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Norton, Isabelle Mary Tilton (1917-1941), Reid, William J.
Related Places
Place
Town
Randolph
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Basin
Name/Title
Basin
Entry/Object ID
1943.9
Description
Pewter basin. The basin is round with straight sides that flare outward toward the rim, which is folded down. The bottom is marked, "RICHARD.LEE".
Context
Made by Richard Lee, Sr., in Springfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1943.9
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Lee, Richard, Sr. (1747-1823)
Date made
1795-1815
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Basin
Name/Title
Basin
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1427
Description
Round pewter basin with folded lip. The bottom interior is marked, "RICHARD.LEE".
Context
Made by Richard Lee in Springfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Lee, Richard, Sr. (1747-1823)
Time Period
18th Century
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Basin
Name/Title
Basin
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1428
Description
Round pewter basin with folded lip. The bottom interior is marked, "RICHARD.LEE".
Context
Made by Richard Lee in Springfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Lee, Richard, Sr. (1747-1823)
Time Period
18th Century
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Bead
Name/Title
Bead
Entry/Object ID
1975.381
Description
Corroded cylindrical bead made from rolled sheet copper.
Ethnography
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Copper
Bead
Name/Title
Bead
Entry/Object ID
1975.382
Description
Corroded cylindrical bead made from rolled sheet copper.
Ethnography
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Copper
Bead
Name/Title
Bead
Entry/Object ID
1982.24.77
Description
Ornately molded bead. The front is molded with a lacriform, raised center inset with a pearl. The back has hooks and eyes for attaching as part of a necklace or bracelet.
Context
Owned by a member of the Coolidge or Goodhue families.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.24
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Materials
Material
Brass
Bead
Name/Title
Bead
Entry/Object ID
1975.414
Description
Cylindrical lead bead with a hole through the center.
Context
Collected at Winona Lake, near Bristol, Vermont
Ethnography
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Lead
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Bristol
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Beaker
Name/Title
Beaker
Entry/Object ID
1919.4.2a-c
Description
Three pewter beakers with incised rings near top and bottom.
Context
Owned by a member of the Haskell family.
Acquisition
Accession
1919.4
Made/Created
Time Period
19th Century
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Beakers
Name/Title
Beakers
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.44a-d
Description
Two pewter beakers. Each beaker is flared outward toward the top and decorated with horizontal banding in groups of three. One beaker has the word, "Andrews" scratched into the base. The other has the word, "Bingham" engraved into the base.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Beer Tap
Name/Title
Beer Tap
Entry/Object ID
2003.20.2
Description
This beer tap is crafted using copper tubing, bent to form into a loop at the top. In the center of this loop, a numeral 9 is prominently displayed, securely held by 6 wavy spokes. Positioned at the connection point of the loop, there is an oval plate featuring the logo of the Magic Hat Brewing Company.
Context
Used in the taproom of Magic Hat Brewing Company in South Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2003.20
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Copper
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Magic Hat Brewery
Related Places
Place
City
South Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
1933.5.1
Description
Hand bell with wooden handle. The bell has a metal skirt and clapper. The turned wooden handle is attached to the skirt with a brass ring.
Context
Said to have been used to call the Marquis de Lafayette to dinner when he visited Montpelier in 1825.
Acquisition
Accession
1933.5
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass, Wood
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
LaFayette, Marquis de (1757-1834)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
1937.3
Description
Round metal bell with a striker at the top. The striker is marked, "C. T. LITTLE MAKER".
Use
Used to signal when the train was starting, stopping, or moving through a congested area like an intersection or train yard
Context
From the locomotive, Governor Paine, which traveled between White River Junction, Vermont, and Montpelier, Vermont, 1855-1863.
Acquisition
Accession
1937.3
Made/Created
Manufacturer
C. T. LITTLE
Date made
1855-1863
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Flint, Henry Sanborn
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Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
1976.23a-b
Description
Metal bell and stand. The bell is molded with an eagle and stars and sits on a square, wooden base. The base has a metal plaque with the inscription, "For Outstanding Contribution to the Success of the Nation's 200th Anniversary - 1976" and the logo for the American Bicentennial Administration.
Context
Presented to Governor Salmon in Warren, Vermont, Oct. 23, 1976.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.23
Made/Created
Date made
1976
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Bronze, Wood
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Salmon, Thomas Paul (b. 1932)
Related Places
Place
Town
Warren
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
1965.39.5
Description
Brass bell with black wooden handle. The vasiform handle is turned and fit around a metal bolt with a decorative nut at the end.
Context
Used at the West Fairlee Hotel, which burned down in the mid-19th century.
Acquisition
Accession
1965.39
Made/Created
Time Period
19th Century
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
West Fairlee Hotel
Related Places
Place
Town
Fairlee
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
2014.18.1
Description
The gong portion of a bell. The piece is round and domed shaped with three small holes in the center.
Context
Used in the Pavilion Hotel, Montpelier
Acquisition
Accession
2014.18
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Places
,
Bell
Name/Title
Bell
Entry/Object ID
1907.3
Description
Large brass bell engraved with the words, "U.S.S. VERMONT 1907".
Context
Used on the USS Vermont - Great White Fleet and WWI service
Acquisition
Accession
1907.3
Made/Created
Date made
1907
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Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
USS Vermont
Related Events
Event
World War I
Belt
Name/Title
Belt
Entry/Object ID
1977.40
Description
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
1977.40
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Schuyler, Hartley & Graham
Date made
1887
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
McMahon, John (1841-1911)
Related Places
Place
Town
Bakersfield
County
Franklin County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Belt Buckle
Name/Title
Belt Buckle
Entry/Object ID
1992.11.1ab
Description
Pewter belt buckle with 4 designs and a mountain profile along the top edge. The top left corner has the Constitution House in Windsor, bottom left is the logo of the Vt. Bicentennial, the top right has the words "Freedom and Unity", and the bottom right shows the Statehouse. The reverse is marked with the manufacturer's copyright, their strike, a proof mark of 2500 buckles (1991 Limited Edition), a statement concerning the design, a licensing statement, and the number 900382. The buckle is mounted inside a deep frame on plush, blue fabric.
Context
Made to celebrate the Vermont Bicentennial.
Acquisition
Accession
1992.11
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Buckles 'N Stuff
Date made
1990
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Events
Event
Vermont Bicentennial
Belt Buckle
Name/Title
Belt Buckle
Entry/Object ID
1922.3.4a-b
Description
Silver belt consisting of two rectangular sides, one with a tab and one with a slot. The outer edge of each has 6 circular holes for attaching the belt. They are decoratively engraved with the initials "ST" (the T is pictured upside down).
Context
Owned by Susan Torrey possibly in Chelsea, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1922.3
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1805
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Blake, Susan Torrey (1795-1884)
Related Places
Place
Town
Chelsea
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Bodkin
Name/Title
Bodkin
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1205
Description
Blunt metal bodkin with a large eye.
Use
Used to draw tape or cord through a hem.
Context
Made by Joseph Sterling in Woodstock, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Sterling, Joseph (1739-1814)
Date made
circa 1800
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rice, Sarah Sterling (1766-1864)
Bolo Tie
Name/Title
Bolo Tie
Entry/Object ID
1994.54.4
Description
Gold-toned braided metal bolo tie fastened with a round medallion enameled with the initials "F M" and Shriners symbols.
Context
Owned by Ralph E. Stafford as a member of the Cairo Temple Shrine of Rutland, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1994.54
Made/Created
Date made
1960-1970
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Stafford, Ralph Edwin (1905-1993), Shriners International
Related Places
,
Bottle Opener
Name/Title
Bottle Opener
Entry/Object ID
1975.25.3
Description
Metal bottle opener. The handle is stamped with the label, "BARR'S BETTER BEVERAGES / HARDWICK, VT."
Context
Made by Barr's Better Beverages in Hardwick, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1975.25
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Barr's Better Beverages
Date made
circa 1950
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Hardwick
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Boundary Marker
Name/Title
Boundary Marker
Entry/Object ID
2002.36.14
Description
Round metal plaque with the inscription "VERMONT STATE FOREST" around the Vermont state seal.
Context
Used to mark the boundary of a Vermont State Forest property line.
Acquisition
Accession
2002.36
Made/Created
Date made
1940-1950
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Bowl
Name/Title
Bowl
Entry/Object ID
1919.4.7
Description
Round pewter bowl with straight, flaring sides. The rim is folded outward. The center bottom is marked with a shield with a spread eagle in the center and the word "DANFORTH" along the bottom.
Context
Owned by a member of the Ormsbee family.
Acquisition
Accession
1919.4
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Bowl
Name/Title
Bowl
Entry/Object ID
1959.52.2
Description
Pewter bowl. The bowl has a round, flat base, and straight, slightly flared sides. There is a lip around the top edge.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.52
Made/Created
Date made
1810
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Pewter
Bowl, Sugar
Name/Title
Bowl, Sugar
Entry/Object ID
1959.54.9
Description
Ornate, double-handled silver-plated sugar bowl in the shape of a loving cup. The handles are molded into baroque floral scrolls, and there is beadwork around the upper rim, shoulder, and the rim of the pedestal base. The body is engraved with the inscription, "Presented to SURG. C.B. PARK JR. by the Enlisted Men of the 16th Vt. Vols."
Context
Presented to Castanus Blake Park by the members of the 16th Vermont Volunteers to commemorate his work as surgeon for the regiment during the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.54
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Rogers, Smith and Co.
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Park, Castanus Blake (1834-1891)
Related Places
Place
Town
Townshend
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Box
Name/Title
Box
Entry/Object ID
1953.6.2a-b
Description
Metal contain consisting of a tall lid and round base. The lid lifts with a wire ring at the center top.
Context
Made a souvenir of the Liberty Bell for the US Centennial Celebration in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Acquisition
Accession
1953.6
Made/Created
Date made
1876
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Philadelphia
State/Province
Pennsylvania
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
US Centennial
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
1937.5.2
Description
Bracelet consisting of an intricately crocheted band and a jeweled clasp. The band is crocheted from several strands of straight, dark brown human hair. The clasp consists of a large, clear glass gem between two etched, gold-plated band caps. One cap attaches with a hinge, and the other attaches with an inserted tab. The back of the claps is engraved with the initials "LPF".
Context
Likely worn by Goldie Grace Ellis of Montpelier, Vermont, in memory of her sister, Lena Edna Fuller, who died in infancy. While the hair in the bracelet is certainly from an adult, both hair and completed jewelry could be purchased commercially.
Acquisition
Accession
1937.5
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1875
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Hair, Glass, Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Fuller, Lena Edna (1875-1876), Ellis, Goldie Grace (1880-1954)
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Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
1952.16.1
Description
Bracelet made of dark brown human hair. The ends are secured with gold mounts attached to a rectangular gold clasp engraved with the initials "C P". The hair is decoratively knotted using lacemaking or macrame techniques.
Context
Made from the hair of Clarissa Pollard of Plymouth, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1952.16
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Materials
Material
Hair, Gold
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Plymouth
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.40
Description
Bracelet woven out of dark brown hair. It is woven tightly in the center with large, round picots around the edges. The ends are bound with metal, and one clasp is engraved, "MT".
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Hair
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
1966.50.2
Description
Silver filigree bracelet consisting of seven cartouches with a round medallion on one end.
Context
Owned by Ellen Louise Foster
Acquisition
Accession
1966.50
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Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Foster, Ellen Louise
Bracelet
Name/Title
Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
2008.22.20
Description
Two steel bracelets with a red medical alert symbol. On the reverse side of both is the word, "Alzheimers." On the larger bracelet (a), there is a telephone number under the word Alzheimers. The name of the wearer - Grafton Carlisle - is engraved on the front side of the bracelet along with his address in Burlington. The word "open" is engraved next to the medical alert symbol. Inside is a bright orange piece of tape with the name Lilian Carlisle printed on it and the word, "wife" written in pen above her name.
b - smaller bracelet
b - smaller bracelet
Context
Worn by Edgar Grafton Carlisle, Jr. of Burlington, Vermont, to indicate that had alzheimers.
Acquisition
Accession
2008.22
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Speidal
Date made
1990-1994
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Steel
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Carlisle, Edgar Grafton (1908-1994), Carlisle, Lilian Baker (1912-2006)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1933.2.1
Description
Heart-shaped brooch made with a hinged pinback. The face of the metal is molded with a hammered effect.
Context
Given as a name gift to Simeon Allton Webster by Simeon Allton in 1815.
Acquisition
Accession
1933.2
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Webster, Simeon Alton (1815-1898)
Related Places
Place
Town
Bethel
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1959.40.8
Description
Oval brooch with a glass-fronted center. The base of the center portion is lined with black fabric, and there is no hair present.
Context
Owned by Jane Gilbert
Acquisition
Accession
1959.40
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Gilbert, Jane
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1922.3.3a-b
Description
Mourning brooch and case. The brooch is rectangular with a central glass window showing blonde hair. The window is surrounded by a black enamel border with the gilded words, “IN MEMORY OF”, in gothic script. The reverse is engraved with the words, "Aunt A. T. Metcalf / Died March 6th, 1837." It is in a small brown leather case lined with pink satin-woven silk and pink velvet.
Acquisition
Accession
1922.3
Made/Created
Date made
1837
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Hair, Leather, Silk
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1964.18
Description
Oval brooch with a double-sided frame set into the center. The frame swivels to show two photographic portraits of young men, each with rose-tinted cheeks.
Context
Owned by Mary Jane Farnsworth
Acquisition
Accession
1964.18
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
3rd Vermont Infantry
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1961.19.18
Description
Oval brooch consisting of an oval disk painted with the image of a nude toddler surrounded by pink roses. The disk has a gilded border, and is held to the brooch back with 6 prongs.
Acquisition
Accession
1961.19
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Ivory
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.30
Description
Oval brooch carved from a white, pearlescent material. The edges are carved in a chevron pattern, and the center is carved with a diaper lattic.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1982.22.1
Description
Brooch consisting of seed pearls surrounding five flowers made from green stone with seed pearl centers. The pearls and stones are set into a brass mount, that is stamped into beads around the edge. The word "CHINA" is stamped into the reverse.
Context
Owned by Eva Boutilier Maxham of Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1982.22
Made/Created
Date made
1891-1919
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pearl, Turquoise, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maxham, Eva A. Boutilier (1881-1967)
Related Places
Place
Town
Windsor
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.149
Description
Gold-colored, filigree pin with a circle on top and a half-circle design underneath.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Brooch
Name/Title
Brooch
Entry/Object ID
1954.11.4
Description
Oval brooch containing hair. The brooch is in the shape of a wreath with a border of gold-wrapped hairwork netting with a gold knot at the bottom center. The interior of the wreath is a glass-fronted container containing woven or braided brown hair. The back is engraved with the inscription, "John E May died May 23, 1863, 22 yrs. 8 mo." A hinged pin is missing from the reverse.
Context
Contains the hair of John Eleazer May of Westminster, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1954.11
Made/Created
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
May, John Eleazar (1840-1863)
Related Places
Place
Town
Westminster
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Bucket
Name/Title
Bucket
Entry/Object ID
2009.19.4
Description
Painted tin bucket with an oval base and flaring sides. The metal is painted black all over, and there is a metal wire ring on one side for hanging. The bottom of the interior is painted with a bouquet of flowers, including a tulip, bellflowers, and other garden flowers. The interior edge is painted with a wavy line of yellow and yellow and red dots. The outside walls are painted with an abstract design of leaves and flowers.
Context
Made by Nina Marion Eckley in Proctor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2009.19
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Eckley, Nina Marion (1900-1989)
Time Period
20th Century
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Buckle
Name/Title
Buckle
Entry/Object ID
1953.18.15
Description
Small metal buckle, likely from a piece of jewelry. The buckle has two central prongs.
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Day family of Ludlow, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.18
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Bugle
Name/Title
Bugle
Entry/Object ID
1920.4.2
Description
Copper bugle with brass rim and valves. The bugle consists of a flaring metal tube that is bent into an oval, with the two ends facing opposite directions.
Context
Keyed by Samuel Graves in Winchester, New Hampshire. Likely sold by Marsh & Chase in Montpelier, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1920.4
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Graves, Samuel
Date made
1840
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Marsh & Chase
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Butter Dish
Name/Title
Butter Dish
Entry/Object ID
1923.2.10a-c
Description
Silver butter dish consisting of a small oval platter and a domed lid.
Context
Part of the silver service used on the USS Vermont during the Spanish-American War.
Acquisition
Accession
1923.2
Lexicon
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Building
Vermont State House
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Spanish-American War
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
1946.27.1
Description
Post-backed button inset with a faceted glass gemstone. The gallery is covered with foil that is tinted pink at the center.
Context
Worn by Harriett Morse Dustin during the Royalton Raid. According to family history, Dustin survived the attack by escaping into the woods and hiding behind a log.
Acquisition
Accession
1946.27
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1780
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dustin, Harriet Morse (1786-1871)
Related Places
Place
Town
Royalton
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
The Royalton Raid
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
2017.3.10
Description
Bronze circular button with roughly applied post back. The front of the button is etched with a petaled flower in the center, radiating lines, dots, and scallops around the edge.
Context
Produced for French traders to trade with Indigenous Americans.
Acquisition
Accession
2017.3
Made/Created
Time Period
17th Century
Ethnography
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Bronze
Relationships
Related Places
,
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.30
Description
Silver post-backed button with the molded inscription, "RUTLAND", on a striped textured ground.
Context
Worn by an employee of the Rutland Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rutland Railroad
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.14
Description
Silver-toned post-backed button molded with the intertwined initials CV.
Context
Used on the uniforms of employees of the Central Vermont Railway
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Central Vermont Railway
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.31
Description
Silver-toned post-backed button with the molded inscription, "RUTLAND" on a striped textured ground.
Context
Worn by an employee of the Rutland Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Scovell Manufacturing Company
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Button
Name/Title
Button
Entry/Object ID
1950.27.709
Description
Round metal button.
Context
Collected by Harry Woodcock in Panton, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1950.27
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
,
Button, Military
Name/Title
Button, Military
Entry/Object ID
1964.57.4
Description
Brass post-backed button molded with the intertwined letters, "GAR".
Acquisition
Accession
1964.57
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Scovell Manufacturing Company
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Grand Army of the Republic
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Buttonhook
Name/Title
Buttonhook
Entry/Object ID
1969.27.7
Description
Double-hooked buttonhook. The hooks are of 2 different sizes and extend from a circle.
Acquisition
Accession
1969.27
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Buttons
Name/Title
Buttons
Entry/Object ID
1951.4.3a-c
Description
Three gold-toned metal buttons. The post-backed buttons are globes molded with an all-over floral design.
Context
Brought to Vermont by Marmaduke Wait from Canton, China
Acquisition
Accession
1951.4
Made/Created
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Wait, Marmaduke (1774-1847)
Cake Basket
Name/Title
Cake Basket
Entry/Object ID
1959.54.2
Description
Silver-plated cake basket. The ornate basket is edged in a lacy pierced design. There is a round, central pedestal and a curved handle attaches to the center of each long side.
Context
Presented to Castanus Blake Park by the members of the 16th Vermont Volunteers to commemorate his work as surgeon for the regiment during the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.54
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Rogers, Smith and Co.
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Park, Castanus Blake (1834-1891)
Related Places
Place
Town
Townshend
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Cake Basket
Name/Title
Cake Basket
Entry/Object ID
1959.54.3ab
Description
Cake basket consisting of a metal basket with a glass bowl insert. The metal basket is pierced all over with quatrefoil shapes, giving it a woven appearance. It sits on four ornate legs. A curved handle spans the center and is molded with beading. The glass bowl is opaque blue.
Context
Presented to Castanus Blake Park by the members of the 16th Vermont Volunteers to commemorate his work as surgeon for the regiment during the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.54
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Rogers, Smith and Co.
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Park, Castanus Blake (1834-1891)
Related Places
Place
Town
Townshend
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Cake Basket
Name/Title
Cake Basket
Entry/Object ID
1960.3.1
Description
Silver-plated cake basket. The basket has a wide, flared wavy rim, and a curved handle that spans over the center of the basket. The handle is shaped like two twisting vines with molded grapes and flowers. The rim is molded with bunches of grapes around the edge.
Context
Owned by Martha Warren in Castleton, Vermont, who donated her property to become to become Bomoseen State Park
Acquisition
Accession
1960.3
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Warren, Martha Adaline Ballard Pratt (1890-1958)
Related Places
,
Candelabra
Name/Title
Candelabra
Entry/Object ID
1923.2.3a-b
Description
2 matching silver candelabra with 4 candle holders, each with a conical shade.
Context
Used on the USS Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1923.2
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1905
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
USS Vermont
Candle Box
Name/Title
Candle Box
Entry/Object ID
1960.123.2
Description
Rounded tin box. The box is painted black and painted with stenciled designs of flowers, berries, and swags.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.123
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Candleholders
Name/Title
Candleholders
Entry/Object ID
1960.79.2a-i
Description
Eight tin candleholder. Each holder has a round base with a flared, fluted edge, and a nail in the center bottom. At the center top, each has a narrow holder made of four petals facing upward.
Use
Used to hold small candles on a Christmas Tree
Context
Used by the George family in East Calais, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.79
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
East Calais
Town
Calais
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Candleholders
Name/Title
Candleholders
Entry/Object ID
1960.79.2j-t
Description
Eleven small tin candleholder clips. Each has a two-part base consisting of petaled paddles held together with a spring hinge. The center top of each clip has a candleholder made of four upward facing petals. Remnants of foil coloring are evidence on most of the clips: two red, two green, and seven gold.
Use
Used to hold small candles on a Christmas Tree
Context
Used by the George family in East Calais, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.79
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
East Calais
Town
Calais
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Candleholders
Name/Title
Candleholders
Entry/Object ID
1960.79.2u-aa
Description
Seven small wire candleholders. Each holder consists of a single wire, coiled into a spring with a long, untwisted tail on one end.
Use
Used to hold small candles on a Christmas Tree
Context
Used by the George family in East Calais, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.79
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
East Calais
Town
Calais
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1999.50.26
Description
Brass candlesnuffer consisting of a small cup on a long, twisted handle.
Context
Owned by Flora Coutts
Acquisition
Accession
1999.50
Made/Created
Date made
1920-1935
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Coutts, Flora (1897-1983)
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.513a-b
Description
Candlesnuffer and tray. The tray is made of 28-gauge sheet brass. It features a rope design that was likely created by pressing or embossing the metal. The snuffer is made of cast brass and has decorative handles that are finely finished. The snuffer has three trivet legs and some traces of brass polish are visible in certain crevices of the metal.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Richardson, Edith Whitcomb (1870-1943)
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1983.19.4
Description
Candlesnuffer and wick trimmer. It is in the form of scissors. One blade has a three-sided box attached to it. There are 2 spokes on the bottom to hold the tool off the resting surface.
Acquisition
Accession
1983.19
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1966.11.8
Description
Candlesnuffer consisting of a metal cone with an oval handle. The handle is formed from a thin metal sheet.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.11
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1017
Description
Candlesnuffer and wick trimmer. It is in the form of scissors. One blade has a three-sided box attached to it. There are 2 spokes on the bottom to hold the tool off the resting surface.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1965.14.5
Description
Candlesnuffer and wick trimmer. It is in the form of scissors. One blade has a three-sided box attached to it. There are 2 spokes on the bottom to hold the tool off the resting surface.
Acquisition
Accession
1965.14
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.239
Description
Tin candle extinguisher with a long handle that is hooked at the end. The extinguisher is conical with the piece mishapen.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Tin
Candlesnuffer
Name/Title
Candlesnuffer
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.4
Description
Candle snuffer/wick trimmer combination tool. The tool is hinged like scissors with two round handles. One "blade" has a raised rectangle and other has raised box that, when closed, seals the flaming wick and cuts it from the candle. There are posts on the handles and larger blade to hold the tool off the surface.
Use
Used to put out candles and trim the wick at the same time.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.59.7c
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.59
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.3
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.519.1
Description
Straight metal candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle. There is a decorative brass ring around the candlestick at the top of the height-adjustment slot.
Context
Likely used in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.519.2
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle, and a curled tab at the top for hanging or holding.
Context
Likely used in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.4
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.59.7a
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.59
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.77
Description
A six-sided candlestick or candle holder that includes a tray and a brown plastic insert. Two notes accompanied the candlestick.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.5
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.1
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.161
Description
Brass candlestick with knob that would raise up the candle.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.162
Description
Brass candlestick with big base.Fragile rippped tag was attached, now bagged and stored with candlestick.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.163
Description
Ornate, tarnished brass candlestick with tag that says it is "ancien," meaning an antique from Chateau-Thierry.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.42b
Description
Pewter candlestick consisting of two candleholders on a U-shaped arm attached at the center to a circular base. The bottom is marked, "Genuine Pewter".
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Pewter
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.91
Description
Plain brass candlestick with a circular base. The shaft is tubular and only decoratively shaped at the top and bottom.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.70
Description
Pewter candlestick with a round vase and lacriform shaft. There is no lip or flare at the top opening. A paper sticker on the base reads, "H.G.Rugg".
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.64
Description
Brass candlestick. The candlestick sits on a round base with a lip around the edge. The shaft is baluster-shaped and the top flares outward.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
2010.52.2
Description
Short brass candlestick with a round, bowl-shaped base. Both the candleholder and the base have rolled ends.
Context
Used by Artemas H. Wheeler of Weathersfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2010.52
Made/Created
Date made
1864
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Wheeler, Artemas Henry (1829-1920), 10th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
Place
Town
Weathersfield
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1919.4.5
Description
Brass candlestick with a square base. The base is decorated with two incised bands around the outside. The pillar is round and has a decorative molding around the bottom. It flares outward at the top.
Context
Carried by John Eddy from East Calais, VT to Walden, VT, around 1800.
Acquisition
Accession
1919.4
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
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Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Eddy, John
Related Places
,
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1964.59.7b
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.59
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Material
Tin
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.107
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle. There is a small hook on the top for hanging.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
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Material
Tin, Iron
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.6
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Material
Metal
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.42a
Description
Pewter candlestick consisting of two candleholders on a U-shaped arm attached at the center to a circular base. The bottom is marked, "Genuine Pewter".
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.6
Description
Straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle. The tab is marked, "SHAW".
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Shaw
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Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.7
Description
Cast brass candlestick. It has a square base and two round protrusions on the shaft and a flared round rim.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.8
Description
Cast and turned candlestick. It has a square base and two disk-shaped protrusions on the shaft.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.10
Description
Stamped sheet brass candlestick. It has a round base and three round protrusions on the shaft. Each is stamped with a braided surface pattern, as is the upper rim.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1980.5.4
Description
Gold-painted straight tin candlestick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle.
Context
Used by a member of the Templeton family of East Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1980.5
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Materials
Material
Tin
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.62a-b
Description
Pair of bronze candlesticks with round bases and vase-shaped shafts. The lip of the upper holder is stepped, reminiscent of a platter.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Material
Copper
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.66a-b
Description
Pair of brass candlesticks with small square bases. The shafts are bell-shaped at the bottom and has a protruding central molding.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.68
Description
Brass candlestick with heavy, square base, and a leaf-shaped brass bobeche with nine crystal drops.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.69a-b
Description
Pair of brass candlesticks with stepped, round bases that are higher in the center than at the edge. The candles have short shafts with decorative turning.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.71a-b
Description
Pair of brass candlesticks with round bases and narrow shafts. The upper holder has a flat round bobeche.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.76
Description
Small brass candlestick with a cupped, round base and no shaft.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.78a-b
Description
Oil-lamp-shaped candlestick. It is shaped like an eastern-style oil lamp with a decorative reservoir with a handle at the center back, a long spout at the center front, and a pointed finial at the center top. A candleholder with a round bobeche is attached to the lamp at the tip of the spout.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.81
Description
Lead candlestick in the shape of a dolphin. The dolphin is of the early, artistic type with a monstrous head and a snake-like body. It is shown with its head laying on a rococo style four-legged round base and its body twisting upward to hold the brass candleholder cup at the top.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass, Lead
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.82a-b
Description
Pair of brass candlesticks. The candlesticks are heavily molded with neoclassical decorative elements. The base has three feet, and the shaft is lacriform. There is a flower-shaped bobeche beneath the urn-shaped upper holder.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.85
Description
Brass candlestick with a square base. The bottom of the shaft is shaped like a bell, and the rest of the shaft is shaped like a baluster.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.86
Description
Tall brass candlestick with a square base with chamfered corners. The shaft is decoratively turned with architectural molding shapes.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.87
Description
Tall brass candlestick with a square base with chamfered corners. The shaft is decoratively turned with architectural molding shapes.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.88a-c
Description
Brass candlestick with an octagonal base and vase-shaped shaft. There is a petaled bobeche (broken).
Context
Collected by Harold Rugg.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Brass
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.93
Description
Silver candlestick with circular, petaled base. The shaft is also petaled, and shaped like an elongated vase. The flared upper opening is petaled to look like a flower.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
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Material
Silver
Candlestick
Name/Title
Candlestick
Entry/Object ID
1968.20.2
Description
Miniature pressed tin chamber stick consisting of a round base, a central pedestal, and a round, wire handle.
Context
For use on a birthday cake
Acquisition
Accession
1968.20
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Materials
Material
Metal
Candlesticks
Name/Title
Candlesticks
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.43a-b
Description
Pair of unmarked pewter candlesticks. The candlesticks have a round base and flare outward twice on the shaft.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Candlesticks
Name/Title
Candlesticks
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.49a-d
Description
Pair of unmarked pewter candlesticks. There is a removable pewter bobeche at the top of each candlestick. The bases are round, and the shaft flares outward at two points.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Canister
Name/Title
Canister
Entry/Object ID
1976.24a-c
Description
Canister made from a shell casing. The bottom of the canister has the inscription, "105 MM M14B1 RMO-206-2 6-53". There is a plaque that reads, "CANNON SHELL FIRED IN HONOR OF THE STATE OF VERMONT DURING A BICENTENNIAL SALUTE TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ON JULY 4, 1976 AT FORT SILL OKLAHOMA / THE US ARMY FIELD ARTILLERY CENTER". The canister is mounted at the top and bottom with light-colored wood.
Context
Given to Governor Thomas Salmon from Major General Donald R. Keith of Fort Sill, Oklahoma.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.24
Made/Created
Date made
1976
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Wood
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Salmon, Thomas Paul (b. 1932)
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Cans
Name/Title
Cans
Entry/Object ID
2008.47.2a-g
Description
Six-pack of commemorative beer cans within a cardboard box. The cans are labeled, "Coors LIGHT" and have the logo for the Vermont Bicentennial celebration and the liberty bell printed on them.
Context
Produced for the Vermont Bicentennial celebration
Acquisition
Accession
2008.47
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Materials
Material
Paperboard, Aluminum
Relationships
Related Events
Event
Vermont Bicentennial
Card Receiver
Name/Title
Card Receiver
Entry/Object ID
2005.21.116
Description
Punched metal card receiver tray. The tray is engraved with an image of a round building with a central bell tower. The image is labeled, "The "Old Round Church"" at the top and "BUILT IN 1813 RICHMOND, VT." on the bottom.
Acquisition
Accession
2005.21
Made/Created
Manufacturer
New Method Company
Date made
1910-1930
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Cleveland, Eugene R. (1911-2005)
Related Places
Place
Town
Richmond
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Card Receiver
Name/Title
Card Receiver
Entry/Object ID
2005.21.164
Description
Rectangular stamped metal tray etched in the center with a photographic bust portrait of a woman and a church. The portrait is labeled, "REV. FRANCES A. KIMBALL, PASTOR" and the image of the church is labeled, "First Universalist Church Williamstown, VT." The bottom of the tray is marked, "NEW METHOD CO. MONEY RAISING PLANS FOR CHURCH WORKERS CHICAGO, U. S. A."
Context
Sold as a fundraiser for the First Universalist Church in Williamstown, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2005.21
Made/Created
Manufacturer
New Method Company
Date made
1910-1930
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Cleveland, Eugene R. (1911-2005), Kimball, Frances A.
Related Places
Place
Town
Williamstown
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Card Receiver
Name/Title
Card Receiver
Entry/Object ID
1954.29.13a-d
Description
Silver-plated card receiver in the form of a boat or cradle. The dish sits on a pedestal of three wires curving upward from a round base. The handle is two wires curving upward over the back, topped with leaves and a cherub. Two cherubs are in the center of the base as well. The bottom is marked, "QUADRUPLE PLATE WILCOX SILVER PLATE 974".
Context
Likely owned by a member of the Dewey family in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1954.29
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Gebelein, George C.
Manufacturer
Wilcox Silverplate Co.
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Casting Mold
Name/Title
Casting Mold
Entry/Object ID
1921.6.1a-b
Description
Two piece metal spoon mold.
Context
Used to make reproduction spoons that were sold in the Museum Shop from 1975 to 1997 by Arthur E. Lange, Jr., of Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1921.6
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Cell Door Lock
Name/Title
Cell Door Lock
Entry/Object ID
1991.44.1
Description
Large metal box containing a locking mechanism. The face has a key hole and a large brass handle with 2 spokes. It is molded with the label, "L.M. HAM / Boston, Mass. / Pat'd Apr. 15, 1879".
Context
Used in Windsor Prison in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1991.44
Made/Created
Date made
1880-1890
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
,
Chalice
Name/Title
Chalice
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.51
Description
Pewter chalice. The tall cup flares outward very slightly at the rim. The base is round and forms into a central pedestal. The bottom is engraved with the inscription, "1852 BAPTIST CHURCH VERSHIRE VT. 1888".
Use
Used to serve communion
Context
Used at the Baptist Church in Vershire, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
Made/Created
Date made
1888
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Vershire
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1953.40.14
Description
Sheet metal chamberstick consisting of a wide round base and tall candleholder.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.40
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Tin
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1953.40.15
Description
Sheet metal chamberstick consisting of a wide round base and tall candleholder. There is a lever on the side of the candleholder to adjust height.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.40
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Materials
Material
Tin
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.9
Description
Copper-colored tin chamberstick with a round base. There is a tab on the side for raising the candle, and a looped handle on the edge of the base.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Tin
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1955.35.3
Description
Small brass candlestick with finger handle. The candlestick is set into a wide drip guard.
Context
Used by the Chaffee family
Acquisition
Accession
1955.35
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Brass
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1955.35.4
Description
Small brass candlestick with finger handle. The candlestick is set into a wide drip guard.
Context
Used by the Chaffee family
Acquisition
Accession
1955.35
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.72a-c
Description
Pewter candleholder consisting of a round, pierced cup base with a holder in the center, a handle at one side and a cone-shaped holder at the opposite side. There is a detachable, round bobeche that sits on the candleholder, and a trumpet-shaped candle snuffer with a wire handle that sits on the cone-shaped holder.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Chamberstick
Name/Title
Chamberstick
Entry/Object ID
1960.1.90
Description
Chamberstick with a leaf-shaped or early-oil-lamp-shaped copper base. The candleholder sits at the center of the base, attached with noticeable solder. A brass ring is soldered to the center back of the base as a handle.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.1
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Materials
Material
Copper, Brass
Cigar Cutter
Name/Title
Cigar Cutter
Entry/Object ID
1960.134
Description
Metal cigar cutter with decorated shield-shaped front. The cutter has two finger-loop handles that come together to close a circular cutter. The front piece is stamped with an image of a large building and the words, "MEMORIAL HALL RUTLAND, VT."
Context
Produced as a souvenir of Rutland, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.134
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Rutland
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Clasp
Interpretative Labels
Label
Clasp, 1750-1774
Louis Charles Palin dit Dabonville (1700-1774)
Montreal, French and British North America
Silver
Gift of Frederick M. Wiseman, #2017.3.12
Starting at first contact, Europeans traded metal and glass items to indigenous people in exchange for assistance, furs, food, shelter, and other necessities. This silver clasp or brooch was made specifically for trade by a known French silversmith living in Montreal. The clasp descended in an Abenaki family and was last worn by Abenaki Frederick Wiseman at the Vermont recognition ceremony in 2011.
Name/Title
Clasp
Entry/Object ID
2017.3.12
Description
Silver clasp or brooch with engraved and cut design. The clasp is in the shape of a circle with a hollow center. The central hole is rimmed with engraved sprigs. The outer edge and the middle are decorated with removed leaf shapes. The clasp is a hammered wire looped around a hold and spanning the center.
Context
Silver clasp made by French traders to trade with Indigenous Americans.
Acquisition
Accession
2017.3
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Palin (dit Dabonville), Louis Charles (1700-1774)
Date made
1750-1774
Ethnography
Lexicon
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Silver
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2015.20.1.1
Description
Large class ring with onyx inlay. The center has an oval with the initials SHS surrounded by the words, "SPAULDING HIGH SCHOOL". The center portion is flanked by the numbers 19 and 51. The initials CBC are engraved inside the band.
Context
Owned by Clarice Bianchi Cella Best to commemorate her graduation from Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont, in 1951
Acquisition
Accession
2015.20
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Balfour
Date made
1951
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Best, Clarice Bianchi Cella, Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2005.23.1
Description
Metal class ring with a rectangular face. The initials "SHS" are molded into a round piece applied to the center of the face, which is flanked by the date 19 43. The inside of the band is engraved with the initials TMC.
Context
Owned by Theresa Marie Camire Averill to commemorate her 1943 graduation from Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2005.23
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Balfour
Date made
1943
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Averill, Theresa Marie Camire (1926-2019), Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2001.22.2
Description
Gold signet ring with the entwined initials, "WC". The interior of the band is engraved with the initials, "MEB".
Context
Owned by Marjorie Elizabeth Bonynge of Ridgewood, New Jersey, to commemorate her time at Camp Wynona in Fairlee, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2001.22
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Peters
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Strange, Marjorie Elizabeth Bonynge (1915-1992)
Related Places
,
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2005.46.11
Description
Gold class ring molded with the monogram "TCA" at the center of an enamel insert. The inside of the band is engraved with the initials "B.E.J."
Context
Owned by Beatrice Jones Wood to commemorate her 1936 graduation from Troy Conference Academy in Poultney, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2005.46
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Balfour
Date made
1936
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold, Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Wood, Beatrice Ethel Jones (1919-2004), Green Mountain College
Related Places
Place
Town
Poultney
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
1985.28.8
Description
Bronze class ring molded with the initials "RHS" on an almond-shaped setting. The interior of the ring is engraved with "WTK / 19 RHS 15".
Context
Owned by William T. Knapp to commemorate his graduation from Rutland High School in 1915
Acquisition
Accession
1985.28
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Warren & Co.
Date made
1915
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Knapp, William Theodore (1896-1983)
Related Places
Place
City
Rutland
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2005.14.7
Description
Large metal class ring with the initials SHS in a circle. The date 1936 is split on either side of the band. The inside of the band is engraved with the initials GCF.
Context
Owned by Gino Charles Franzi to commemorate his 1936 graduation from Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2005.14
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Balfour
Date made
1936
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Franzi, Gino Charles (1917-1961), Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2006.37
Description
Wide gold ring set at the center with an oval, red gemstone cut with several facets and held into the ring with a bevel. The ring was decoratively engraved, but been rubbed mostly smooth.
Context
Class ring of Richard Anthony Tomasi, Spaulding High School class of 1950, Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2006.37
Made/Created
Date made
1950
Ethnography
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Spaulding High School, Tomasi, Richard Anthony (1931-1958)
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
2006.55.4
Description
Silver ring molded at the top with a stag's head and the words, "CAMP MAPLE KNOLLS", on green enamel. The band is molded with the date 1956. The inside of the band is marked with the words, "PETERS STERLING".
Context
Camp Maple Knolls, “The Personalized Camp for Boys,” was located on 107
acres in Northfield, Vermont, and operated from 1953 to 1963.
acres in Northfield, Vermont, and operated from 1953 to 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.55
Made/Created
Date made
1953-1963
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Class Ring
Name/Title
Class Ring
Entry/Object ID
1982.18.1
Description
Class ring with a cameo of a woman. The rectangular, red cameo is set in a brass bezel. The inside of the ring is engraved, "'78 Goddard Seminary".
Context
Owned by Eva Hall Priest to commemorate her graduation from Goddard Seminary in 1878.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.18
Made/Created
Date made
1878
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Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Priest, Eva Hall (1860-1951), Goddard College
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Clip, Tie
Name/Title
Clip, Tie
Entry/Object ID
2006.55.3
Description
This tie clip is made of gold-tone metal and features a spring clip for attaching it to a tie. The bar of the tie clip is approximately 1/4" wide and 1 3/4" long. In the center of the 1 3/4" length, there is the camp crest. The crest is octagonal in shape and has an embossed 8-point buck/stag at its center. It is surrounded by a raised circle that is enameled in green and bears the words "Camp Maple Knolls".
Context
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.55
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1960
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Clock
Name/Title
Clock
Entry/Object ID
2006.55.2
Description
This desk clock is made of sheet metal that has been bent to form a 1/2" foot in the front and a 2 1/4" leg in the back. It is covered with black textured leatherette and edged with a narrow strip of gold or brass-colored metal. A raised gold-tone metal frame surrounds a 2" diameter dial, which is set on a rectangular gray background with horizontal white stripes. The face of the clock is white and features raised green dots at each number, raised gold-tone even numbers, and raised gold-tone triangles for the odd number places. The clock also has a gold-tone second hand, while the minute hand and hour hand have a green enamel central stripe on a gold-tone background. The words "Artco," "Luminous," and "West Germany" appear on the dial/face.
Below the raised frame, on the black leatherette, is the emblem/seal of Camp Maple Knolls. The emblem is a raised octagonal shape with an embossed 8-point buck/stag, surrounded by a raised green enamel circle with "Camp Maple Knolls" written in gold-tone letters. The casing on the back of the clock is gold-tone and has two knobs and two bail-handle knobs for time settings and alarm settings. It also includes an adjustment for increasing or decreasing the pace of time. A lever for turning the alarm on or off is located on the side of the clockworks.
Below the raised frame, on the black leatherette, is the emblem/seal of Camp Maple Knolls. The emblem is a raised octagonal shape with an embossed 8-point buck/stag, surrounded by a raised green enamel circle with "Camp Maple Knolls" written in gold-tone letters. The casing on the back of the clock is gold-tone and has two knobs and two bail-handle knobs for time settings and alarm settings. It also includes an adjustment for increasing or decreasing the pace of time. A lever for turning the alarm on or off is located on the side of the clockworks.
Context
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.55
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1960
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Artificial Leather, Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Clock
Name/Title
Clock
Entry/Object ID
1971.30.4a-c
Description
Brass anniversary clock with glass dome. The clock sits on a round, brass base, with the face pedestaled on two columns. The turning pendulum mechanism is disconnected and sits loose behind the columns. The whole is contained within a clear, glass dome.
Context
Used in the Foster Reid Clement, Sr., home on College Street, Burlington, Vt., which was destroyed by fire in 1971.
Acquisition
Accession
1971.30
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Coffeepot
Name/Title
Coffeepot
Entry/Object ID
1959.37.37
Description
Panel sided pewter coffee pot with lid. The pot has a wooden handle and knob. It is marked "2700 Leonard Reed & Barton 10" indicating its model/design number and its capacity (10 cups).
Acquisition
Accession
1959.37
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Reed & Barton
Date made
1835-1840
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter, Wood
Coffeepot
Name/Title
Coffeepot
Entry/Object ID
1959.37.39
Description
Pewter coffeepot with lid. The bot sits on four, highly stylized legs with a trefoil attachment. The handle and spout are both curved in a rococo revival style. The lid sits inside a flared, raised rim, and has a large floral finial. The pot is vasiform. The bottom is marked, "James Dixon & Sons".
Acquisition
Accession
1959.37
Made/Created
Manufacturer
James Dixon & Sons
Date made
1838-1851
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Collar Clip
Name/Title
Collar Clip
Entry/Object ID
1962.23.11
Description
Clip-on metal pin in the shape of a waving flag. The flag is printed with a red cross in the center. The clip extends as a single piece from the center top of the flag, bending downward.
Acquisition
Accession
1962.23
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
American Red Cross
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
1958.25.4
Description
Round yellow button printed in green with the inscription, 'CLASS OF 1906 ___ DARTMOUTH COLLEGE" with a blank space in the center. Within the space is the hand-inked name, "Harold G Rugg".
Context
Worn by Harold G. Rugg of Hanover, Vermont, to a class reunion
Acquisition
Accession
1958.25
Made/Created
Date made
1906
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Rugg, Harold Goddard (1883-1957), Dartmouth College
Related Places
Place
City
Hanover
State/Province
New Hampshire
Country
United States of America
Continent
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2012.58.44
Description
Round button printed with a black-and-white photograph showing a flooded area taken from the inside of a covered bridge. The inscription "IRENE 2011" rings the edge.
Context
Printed with an image of flooding damage during Hurricane Irene, 2011.
Acquisition
Accession
2012.58
Made/Created
Date made
2011
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Plastic
Relationships
Related Places
Place
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Hurricane Irene
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2013.9.17
Description
Round light blue metal button printed in black with an image of a person in a small kaya and the words, "I SURVIVED THE MONTPELIER FLOOD March 11, 1992".
Context
The downtown area of Montpelier, Vermont, flooded in 1992 after an ice jam blocked the already high Winooski River during a spring thaw.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.9
Made/Created
Date made
1992
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
1992 Flood
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2023.13.4
Description
Round metal button. The front is printed with a blue ground and an image of an amoeba with the words, "MARCH FOR SCIENCE / APRIL 22 2017 / VERMONT".
Context
Distributed to participants in the 2017 March for Science, Vermont, which was organized to protest the Donald Trump administration's views on climate change and science.
Acquisition
Accession
2023.13
Made/Created
Date made
2017
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2n
Description
White metal button printed with an image of Admiral Dewey in front of a blue-striped flag with two stars. The words, "MANILA APR. 30, 1898 DEWEY THE AVENGER." ring the edge.
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2015.47.22
Description
Round red button with the black inscription, "PROJECT / GRADUATION" around the edge and, "SHS '93" in the center.
Context
Made for the Spaulding High School graduation in Barre, Vermont, 1993.
Project Graduation is an alcohol and drug-free celebration that often lasts all night following graduation. The intention is to create a safe environment for graduates. These events at high schools across the country grew from a tragedy.
"In 1979, the community of Oxford Hills, Maine experienced seven alcohol and drug related teen deaths during the commencement season of that year. In the wake of these tragedies, the community rallied together to offer the next year’s seniors a safe and alternative event. The party was held at the local fair grounds and called “Project Graduation”. The event was a huge success and became the model for the nation, helping to protect the lives of graduating seniors in all states."
https://www.andersononline.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=236108&type=d&pREC_ID=544585
Project Graduation is an alcohol and drug-free celebration that often lasts all night following graduation. The intention is to create a safe environment for graduates. These events at high schools across the country grew from a tragedy.
"In 1979, the community of Oxford Hills, Maine experienced seven alcohol and drug related teen deaths during the commencement season of that year. In the wake of these tragedies, the community rallied together to offer the next year’s seniors a safe and alternative event. The party was held at the local fair grounds and called “Project Graduation”. The event was a huge success and became the model for the nation, helping to protect the lives of graduating seniors in all states."
https://www.andersononline.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=236108&type=d&pREC_ID=544585
Acquisition
Accession
2015.47
Made/Created
Date made
1993
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2015.47.23
Description
Round red button with the black inscription, "PROJECT / GRADUATION" around the edge and, "SHS '95" in the center.
Context
Made for the Spaulding High School graduation in Barre, Vermont, 1995.
Project Graduation is an alcohol and drug-free celebration that often lasts all night following graduation. The intention is to create a safe environment for graduates. These events at high schools across the country grew from a tragedy.
"In 1979, the community of Oxford Hills, Maine experienced seven alcohol and drug related teen deaths during the commencement season of that year. In the wake of these tragedies, the community rallied together to offer the next year’s seniors a safe and alternative event. The party was held at the local fair grounds and called “Project Graduation”. The event was a huge success and became the model for the nation, helping to protect the lives of graduating seniors in all states."
https://www.andersononline.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=236108&type=d&pREC_ID=544585
Project Graduation is an alcohol and drug-free celebration that often lasts all night following graduation. The intention is to create a safe environment for graduates. These events at high schools across the country grew from a tragedy.
"In 1979, the community of Oxford Hills, Maine experienced seven alcohol and drug related teen deaths during the commencement season of that year. In the wake of these tragedies, the community rallied together to offer the next year’s seniors a safe and alternative event. The party was held at the local fair grounds and called “Project Graduation”. The event was a huge success and became the model for the nation, helping to protect the lives of graduating seniors in all states."
https://www.andersononline.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=236108&type=d&pREC_ID=544585
Acquisition
Accession
2015.47
Made/Created
Date made
1995
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
1996.1
Description
Circular metal button printed in red, purple and yellow. The words, "FIRST NIGHT / MONTPELIER, VERMONT" ring the edge around angular silhouettes of buildings and the number "1996".
Context
Used to grant admission to First Night, in Montpelier, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.1
Made/Created
Date made
1996
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
First Night - Montpelier
Commemorative Button
Name/Title
Commemorative Button
Entry/Object ID
2022.2.1
Description
Round metal button printed with illustrations of the Bennington Monument, the Catamount Tavern building, and the catamount statue along with the years each was erected and the label, "BENNINGTON, VT."
Acquisition
Accession
2022.2
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
,
Commemorative Medal
Name/Title
Commemorative Medal
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2l
Description
Commemorative medal consisting of a bar, ribbon, and medallion. The bar is gold and shaped like a rectangle. The ribbon is striped red, white, and blue, and there is an eye ring looped through the bottom. From the eye ring hangs a ceramic medallion printed with a border of flags and a photographic portrait of Admiral Dewey. The back is printed with a colored illustration of a war ship with the label, "ADML DEWEY'S FLAGSHIP U.S. CRUISER OLYMPIA".
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Commemorative Medal
Name/Title
Commemorative Medal
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.3f
Description
Commemorative medal consisting of two parts. The upper part is backed with a pin and is a round medallion with an enameled cross behind it. The medallion shows an eagle flying with a United States flag and the words, "IN GOD WE TRUST". Another round medallion hangs from it and shows a bust of a man with the words, "ADMIRAL GEO. DEWE U.S.N." The back of the lower medallion has a picture of a warship and the words, "U.S. BATTLESHIP MAINE".
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917)
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Commemorative Medal
Name/Title
Commemorative Medal
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2i
Description
Parts of a commemorative medal, consisting of a gold-plated pin in the shape of Admiral Dewey's bust, a ribbon woven to look like a United States flag, and a narrow red-white-and-blue ribbon tied into a bow.
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Commemorative Pin
Name/Title
Commemorative Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2b
Description
Commemorative pin consisting of a bow shaped pin bar and a round medallion. The bow has a sticker on the front that is printed to look like the United States flag. The front of the medallion shows an image of three bayoneted guns leaning against each other with a case and a canteen hanging from them and the inscription, "CAMP THOMAS 1898". The back of the medallion shows a soldier standing near two pup tents and the inscription, "CHICKAMAUGA PARK 1898".
Context
Worn by Edward Prouty to commemorate his time training at Camp George H. Thomas in Chicamauga, Georgia.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Vermont National Guard, United Spanish War Veterans
Related Places
Place
City
Camp Chickamauga
State/Province
Georgia
Country
United States of America
Continent
Communion Set
Name/Title
Communion Set
Entry/Object ID
1943.20a-e
Description
5-piece pewter communion set consisting of a flagon (pitcher), 2 chalices, and 2 plates. The bottoms are marked, "SHELDON & FELTMAN ALBANY"
Context
Used at the Methodist Episcopal Church in Benson, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1943.20
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Sheldon & Feltman
Date made
1847-1848
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Methodist Episcopal Church of Benson
Related Places
Place
Town
Benson
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Communion Token
Name/Title
Communion Token
Entry/Object ID
1902.1.2
Description
Small, square metal token. The front of the token is case with the initials, "A.C. R.Vt." and a raised border. The reverse is plain.
Use
Communion tokens were issued by Presbyterian churches to members they determined were qualified to receive communion. Only people with tokens from the church or an associated church would be given communion.
Context
Communion token of the Associated Church in Rutland, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1902.1
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Material Notes
pewter or lead
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Rutland
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Web Links and URLs
Compass
Interpretative Labels
Label
Compass, 1783
John Gardner
Glasgow, Scotland
Brass, wood
Gift of George P. Whitelaw, 1885.1.1a-c
Genl. James Whitelaw was chosen Surveyor General of Vermont, Oct. 1787, being the second Surveyor General, was re-elected every year till 1805, a period of 18 years. In 1783 whilst deputy Surveyor under Ira Allen (the then Surveyor General) he ordered a compass to be made by John Gardner of Glasgow, Scotland, which he received in 1784. This compass with chain, magnet &c. he used during the rest of his life and whilst Surveyor General of the State. At his death in 1829 it came into the possession of his Grandson John B. Whitelaw of Ryegate, VT , then 23 years old, who had learned surveying from his Grandfather, and who followed the profession at various times during his life, lastly in Wisconsin. John B. Whitelaw died in Griggsville, Ills., Dec. 4th 1884 at residence of his sister Susan White, and the identical compass, magnet, chain &c. purchased from John Gardener, sent to Vermont in 1784 and used by General Whitelaw while Surveyor General, is now in possession of his Great Grandson, Geo. P. Whitelaw of St. Louis, Mo. About the year 1864 Thos. Goodwillie of Barnet, VT, read a paper on the life of General Whitelaw before the Historical Society of Vermont at its meeting in St. Johnsbury, in which he suggested acquiring the surveying instruments, considering they would be a valuable addition to their Historical collections. This sketch of Genl. Whitelaws life was published in the Caledonian of St. Johnsbury Nov 18, 1864, and Geo. P. Whitelaw finding a copy of same among his fathers effects, has concluded to offer to donate these Surveying instruments to the Historical Society of the State of Vermont, if they so desire. There is no doubt of the identity of these instruments. The compass having John Gardeners name on the face, and it came direct from Genl. Whitelaw to his Grandson John B. Whitelaw, and who only died in December last, and from him to his son Geo. P. Whitelaw of St. Louis Mo., who makes this offer.
[label copy ca. 1885]
Name/Title
Compass
Entry/Object ID
1885.1.1a
Description
Brass compass contained in wooden case. The compass consists of a brass disk onto which are is engraved a compass star with initials at each point indicating the cardinal directions. A narrow metal rod is mounted at the center. The disk is held within a glass-fronted mount that extends out on either side and attaches to the wooden box.
Context
Used by James Whitelaw of Ryegate, Vermont's second Surveyor General
Acquisition
Accession
1885.1
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Gardner, John
Date made
1783
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass, Wood
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Whitelaw, James
Related Places
Place
Town
Ryegate
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Web Links and URLs
Compotes
Name/Title
Compotes
Entry/Object ID
1923.2.9a-b
Description
Matching pair of ornate, footed silver compotes with scalloped edges.
Context
Part of the silver service used on the USS Vermont during the Spanish-American War.
Acquisition
Accession
1923.2
Lexicon
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Building
Vermont State House
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Spanish-American War
Cream Pitcher
Name/Title
Cream Pitcher
Entry/Object ID
1972.58.1e
Description
Ornate silver cream pitcher. The pitcher is extensively decorated with applied molded flowers at the base, handle, and rim. The body is engraved with rococo-style scrollwork featuring oak leaves on the front and flowers on the back. A cartouche at the center front is engraved with the initials, "JW".
Context
Given as a retirement gift to Jonas Wilder, who invented the first refrigerated railroad car for transporting butter from Vermont to Boston.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.58
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Rogers & Bro.
Date made
1858
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Wilder, Jonas (1812-1906)
Cream Pitcher
Name/Title
Cream Pitcher
Entry/Object ID
1959.54.7
Description
Ornate, silver-plated cream pitcher with attached, hinged lid. The pitcher sits on a round pedestal, and the body is engraved with the inscription, "Presented to SURG. C.B. PARK JR. by the Enlisted Men of the 16th Vt. Vols." The handle is molded into a design of baroque leaves, as is the base of the spout.
Context
Presented to Castanus Blake Park by the members of the 16th Vermont Volunteers to commemorate his work as surgeon for the regiment during the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.54
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Rogers, Smith and Co.
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Park, Castanus Blake (1834-1891)
Related Places
Place
Town
Townshend
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Crucifix
Name/Title
Crucifix
Entry/Object ID
2006.70.2
Description
Ornate metal crucifix in a traveling case. The case is covered in silver faux leather and lined with blue velvet.
Context
Carried by Joseph L. Mitchell of Barre, Vermont, during WWII.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.70
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Mitchell, Joseph L. (1915-1989)
Related Places
Place
Town
Barre Town
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
World War II
Cuff Link
Name/Title
Cuff Link
Entry/Object ID
1965.46.4
Description
Round cufflink impressed with a five-pointed star.
Context
Owned by Merinda Nelson Bell in West Topsham, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1965.46
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bill, Merinda Nelson (1813-1901)
Related Places
Place
Town
Topsham
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Cuff Links
Name/Title
Cuff Links
Entry/Object ID
1965.46.3a-b
Description
Round cuff links consisting of black stones set into a round bevel.
Context
Owned by Merinda Nelson Bill of West Topsham, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1965.46
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold
Cuff Links
Name/Title
Cuff Links
Entry/Object ID
1977.50.16a-b
Description
Pair of matching cuff links. Each cuff link is a single piece consisting of two metal squares connected across the center with two metal posts and connected on the bottom edge by a chainmail strap. The square are enameled with the logo, "VT2", in green and blue.
Context
Produced for the Vermont celebration of the US Bicentennial.
Acquisition
Accession
1977.50
Made/Created
Date made
1977
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Cuff Links
Name/Title
Cuff Links
Entry/Object ID
1986.18.12a-b
Description
GAR cuff buttons/links made of a copper colored metal. They are one piece and a post connects the top and base. The design on them is the GAR seal with "GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC 1861-VETERAN-1866". On the back is a picture of a camp fire.
Context
Owned by Charles F. Branch of Orwell, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1986.18
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Bronze
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Branch, Charles Francis, Sr. (1845-1910), Grand Army of the Republic
Related Places
Place
Town
Orwell
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Cuff Studs
Name/Title
Cuff Studs
Entry/Object ID
1953.6.1a-b
Description
Cuff studs made from nacre (mother of pearl) and coins. The face shows an oval piece of nacre mounted on a round, flat piece of metal with a decoratively engraved border. The reverse shows the original surface of the coins, with the dates 1872 and 1876.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.6
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Materials
Material
Silver, Mother of Pearl
Cup Plate
Name/Title
Cup Plate
Entry/Object ID
1969.28.56
Description
Tin cup plate printed with a portrait bust of Admiral George Dewey in the center. The check is gold-toned and printed with the inscription, "MANILA MAY 1ST 1893. ADMIRAL GEORGE DEWEY, U.S.N." The rim is printed as a United States flag.
Acquisition
Accession
1969.28
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Spanish-American War
Decorative Plate
Name/Title
Decorative Plate
Entry/Object ID
2014.43.3
Description
Case metal plate molded in the center with the state seal of Vermont and around the edge with the words, "THE REPUBLIC OF VERMONT BICENTENNIAL 1777". The state seal consists of a field with a cow, a large evergreen tree, and three sheaves of wheat in front of a line of trees and mountains.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.43
Made/Created
Date made
1977
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Dessert Spoon
Name/Title
Dessert Spoon
Entry/Object ID
1953.31.6
Description
Silver spoon with a slight pointed bowl and a coffin handle. The back of the handle is stamped with several icons, including a lion rampant.
Context
Owned by Hon. Daniel Kellogg, who was a judge in the Vermont Supreme Court.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.31
Made/Created
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Kellogg, Daniel (1791-1875)
Dessert Spoon
Name/Title
Dessert Spoon
Entry/Object ID
1960.48.5
Description
Silver-plated spoon with a coffin handle. The back of the handle is marked, "IB4W Wm. ROGERS & SON A1".
Acquisition
Accession
1960.48
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Wm. Rogers & Son
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silverplate
Document Box
Name/Title
Document Box
Entry/Object ID
1943.12.4a-b
Description
Black-painted metal document box. The box is decorated with yellow lines following the lines of the box and creating a frame around the top. The name, "W. DAVIS" is scratched on the top of the lid.
Acquisition
Accession
1943.12
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Document Box
Name/Title
Document Box
Entry/Object ID
1998.27.10
Description
Painted tin dome top document box with stenciling on the top and front. The ground is painted black, and the stenciled design of wheat and flowers is painted yellow, orange, and red. The box is unfinished on the inside.
Context
Used in Moretown, Vermont, or Waterbury, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1998.27
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Places
,
Document Case
Name/Title
Document Case
Entry/Object ID
1961.31
Description
Green-painted tin tube with lid.
Use
Used to hold rolled documents for transport or storage
Context
Used to hold the University of Vermont diploma of Henry Oscar Houghton of Sutton, Vermont. Houghton went on to found Riverside Press and Houghton Mifflin Co.
Acquisition
Accession
1961.31
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Houghton, Henry Oscar (1823-1895)
Related Places
Place
City
Sutton
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Door
Name/Title
Door
Entry/Object ID
2009.13.1
Description
Metal prison cell door. The door has 5 vertical bars across its width, supported by 6 horizontal bars. There is a large, metal pull handle on the right side.
Context
Used in Windsor Prison in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2009.13
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
,
Door Handle
Name/Title
Door Handle
Entry/Object ID
1943.1.1a
Description
Iron door handle. The handle consists of a U-shaped bar between two rectangular mounts. The mounts each have three holes for securing to the door. The upper mount has a rectangular hole in the middle for a latch.
Context
From a door of the first church built in Starksboro, Vermont, which was Quaker.
Acquisition
Accession
1943.1
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Starksboro
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Door Handle
Name/Title
Door Handle
Entry/Object ID
1965.10.1
Description
Door handle with triangular attachment ends. Each attachment piece has three holes for securing to the door. One piece has a central rectangular hole where the latch would have been inserted.
Acquisition
Accession
1965.10
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Dresser Tray
Name/Title
Dresser Tray
Entry/Object ID
2016.43.1
Description
Small black-painted metal tray with pierced, basket weave edge. The center is painted with a realistic depiction of a red rose, rosebud, and leaves. The bottom is signed, "W. Wright Arlington, Vt. 1948."
Context
Made by Walter Wright, former instructor at Fletcher Farm Craft School.
Acquisition
Accession
2016.43
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Wright, Walter H.
Date made
1948
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Tin, Paint
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Fletcher Farm School
Drinking Beaker
Name/Title
Drinking Beaker
Entry/Object ID
2022.53.1
Description
Pewter beaker with applied cast pewter Vermont state seal. The bottom is engraved, "CROWNSON'S PEWTERWARE / MADE IN VERMONT / Vermont Bicentennial Beakers / 648-5000".
Context
Made to commemorated the bicentennial of Vermont's statehood.
Acquisition
Accession
2022.53
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Crownson's Pewterware Co.
Date made
1991
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Events
Event
Vermont Bicentennial
Earring
Name/Title
Earring
Entry/Object ID
1923.8.3a-b
Description
Brass hoop earrings set with cushion-cut garnets. Each earring hinges open opposite the stone. There is a large ring on one earring (missing on the other) for keeping the stone at the top of the loop when worn. There are small rings set beneath the stones on each earring, likely for attaching drops (now missing).
Context
Worn by Frances "Fanny" Montresor Allen in Burlington, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1923.8
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1760
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (each)
Materials
Material
Brass, Garnet
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Allen, Frances Montresor Brush Buchanan (1760-1834)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Earring
Name/Title
Earring
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.29a-b
Description
Pair of gold earrings consisting of a loop of metal attached to a post. The hoop varies in thickness.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Gold
Earring
Name/Title
Earring
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.36a-b
Description
Black polished plastic pierced earrings in the shape of Christian crosses.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Plastic, Gold
Escutcheon
Name/Title
Escutcheon
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1061
Description
Diamond-shaped escutcheon from a keyhole on a door.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Ewer
Name/Title
Ewer
Entry/Object ID
1954.34
Description
Ornamental copper ewer with marble base. The body is molded with a leaf design at center, top, and on the handle.
Context
Owned by Julia C. R. Door at The Maples in Rutland, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1954.34
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Copper, Marble
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dorr, Julia C. Ripley (1825-1913)
Related Places
Place
City
Rutland
County
Rutland County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglass Case
Name/Title
Eyeglass Case
Entry/Object ID
1953.51.1a
Description
Oval metal eyeglass case. The case hinges open at one of the long sides.
Context
Owned by Parker Swasey of Wheelock, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1953.51
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1850
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Swasey, Parker (1793-1880)
Related Places
Place
Town
Wheelock
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglass Case
Name/Title
Eyeglass Case
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.7
Description
Oval metal eyeglass case. The interior is lined with red fabric.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Eyeglass Case
Name/Title
Eyeglass Case
Entry/Object ID
1996.49.11b
Description
Oval tin case with red wool lining the interior bottom.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.49
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1850
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Wool
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1922.13.1
Description
Eyeglasses with small, rectangular lenses and adjustable length ear pieces.
Acquisition
Accession
1922.13
Made/Created
Date made
1850-1890
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1945.29.1b
Description
Metal-framed eyeglasses with green-tinted oval lenses. The temples are hinged partway through, and each has a loop at the end.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.29
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (folded)
Materials
Material
Glass, Steel
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1954.1.18a
Description
Oval, metal-framed eyeglasses. The upper edge of the frames is engraved with the words, "William A." over the left eye and "Bradley" over the right eye. The temple is stamped with the mark, "BROWN & KIRBY" near the hinge.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.1
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Brown & Kirby
Date made
1840
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Leather
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bradley, William A.
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1958.19.1a
Description
Metal framed glasses with clear octagonal lenses. The temples are constructed in 2 pieces and extend outward to lengthen.
Context
Worn by Thomas Culver of Middlesex, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.19
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1850
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Culver, Thomas (1768-1835)
Related Places
Place
Town
Middlesex
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1958.14.6a
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are constructed in 2 parts and extend outward to lengthen. One of the temples is stamped with the mark, "TM&CO".
Context
Worn by Captain Josiah Tilden of Hartford, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.14
Made/Created
Manufacturer
TM & Co.
Date made
1810
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Tilden, Josiah (1760-1849)
Related Places
Place
Village
White River Junction
Town
Hartford
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.21a
Description
Metal framed glasses with blue-tinted lenses. The lenses are curved on the top and bottom and have straight sides.
Context
Sold by S. Freeman in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.40
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1865
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
S. Freeman
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1958.40.22
Description
Metal framed glasses with green-tinted oval lenses. The temples are heavy gauge wires.
Context
Worn by a member of the Benjamin family of Berlin, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.40
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1890
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Berlin
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
2008.38.9
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with large, round clear glass lenses. There is an oval at the bottom center of each lens with a higher magnification lens inserted. The ends of the temples curl downward to wrap around the wearer's ears.
Context
Worn by Laura M. Alger of Peacham, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2008.38
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Alger, Laura May (1894-1982)
Related Places
Place
Town
Peacham
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1953.9.2d
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are narrow wire bent into a U shape. One lens has a partial paper sticker attached to the reverse.
Context
Likely owned by either Rev. Ora Taylor of Ludlow, Vermont, or his father, Joseph Taylor of Ludlow, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.9
Made/Created
Manufacturer
E. B. Meyrowitz
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Taylor, Ora James (1825-1897), Taylor, Joseph (1778-1869)
Related Places
Place
Town
Ludlow
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1996.49.11a
Description
Black metal-framed eyeglasses with darkly tinted, rectangular lenses. There are loops at the end of each temple.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.49
Made/Created
Date made
1880-1890
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1996.49.15a
Description
Metal framed glasses with clear, oval lenses. Each lens has a semicircular glass insert at the center bottom, creating bifocals. The ends of the temples are curled downward to curve around the wearer's ears.
Context
Owned by J. M. Tyler. Sold to him by Chester Hildreth of Burlington, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.49
Made/Created
Date made
1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Hildreth, Chester (1823-1902)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1972.20.1a-b
Description
Eyeglasses with clear lenses. The frames around the lenses are tortoiseshell, while the bridge and temples are metal. The bridge is marked, "SMS". The temples curve downward to loop around the wearer's ears. The proper left lens frame is misshapen, falling forward in front of the lens at the top edge. The eyeglasses are accompanied by a leather eyeglass case that is embossed with the label "Dr. Newcomb, Montpelier Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat".
Context
Sold by Dr. Newcomb in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1972.20
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Lens (each)
Materials
Material
Gold, Glass, Tortoiseshell, Leather
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1972.24.2
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with oval clear glass lenses (proper left missing). They have an arched bridge and wide, pinned hinges. The temples are hinged partway through.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.24
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1790
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1972.24.3
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with oval clear glass lenses. The temples are completely straight, with no loops at the end.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.24
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Steel
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1972.24.4
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with oval clear glass lenses. The temples are straight, just longer than the width of the frame, with lacriform loops at each end.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.24
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1972.24.5
Description
Brass framed eyeglasses with oval green-tinted lenses. The temples extend with a pin and slot, and there are loops at the end of each temple.
Acquisition
Accession
1972.24
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.2
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with small, clear rectangular lenses. The temples are constructed in 2 pieces and extend outward to lengthen.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
1850-1860
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.4
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1870
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.5
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear rectangular frames and an arched bridge. The proper right lens is missing.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.6
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with oval lenses. One lens is clear and not fitted to the frames. The other lens is green and has a diagonal crack from the center top to the outer edge.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.7
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are hinged partway through.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.8
Description
Brass framed eyeglasses with clear circular lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot. One temple is marked "GG" near the hinge.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1820
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.9
Description
Brass framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot (one damaged) and terminate with a circle.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1810
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.10
Description
Brass framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. It has an X-shaped bridge, and the temples are hinged partway through.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
1810-1820
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.11
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with rectangular clear glass lenses. The temples are straight with a loop at the end.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1850
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.12
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are no longer present.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.1
Description
Metal framed glasses with blue-tinted oval lenses. The temples are wire and curve downward at the ends to curl around the wearer's ear.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.2
Description
Steel framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are no longer present.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Steel, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.3
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses. The lenses are tinted dark, and each lens has two layers that are hinged together at the outer edge. When opened, the interior lens creates a tinted blinder on the sides. The temples are hinged partway through.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Steel, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.4
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are made of heavy gauge wire.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
1860-1870
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Steel, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.5
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear octagonal lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
1850-1860
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.34.6
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear rectangular lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.34
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1850
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.89.1
Description
Metal framed glasses with blue-tinted oval lenses. The temples are wire and curve downward at the ends to curl around the wearer's ear.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.89
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.89.3
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with darkly tinted oval lenses. The temples are heavy gauge wire that curve downward to curl around the wearer's ear. They are accompanied by a sheath-style leather case that is embossed with the label, "[illeg.] Hanson, M.D. BARRE, VERMONT Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat GLASSES FITTED". The first word of the label is obscured by the remnants of a partially-removed paper sticker. The word "These" is visible on the sticker.
Context
Sold in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1967.89
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal, Leather
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.118.2a-b
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear rectangular lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot. They are accompanied by a metal eyeglass case. The case hinges open along one of the long edges.
Context
Likely worn in East Calais, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.118
Made/Created
Date made
1850-1860
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
East Calais
Town
Calais
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.118.3
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear rectangular lenses and straight temples.
Context
Found on the John Morrill Farm in Marshfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1967.118
Made/Created
Date made
1850-1860
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Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Marshfield
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1967.118.5
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The lenses are split in half along the center with different strengths on the top and bottom.
Context
Found on the John Morrill Farm in Marshfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1967.118
Made/Created
Date made
1860-1870
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Marshfield
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
2005.56.4
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with small, clear rectangular lenses. The temples end in a teardrop shape. The right proper lens is cracked.
Context
Worn by Sara Elizabeth Paddock Dole of Cavendish, Vermont. According to family history, "she removed them quickly when anyone approached."
Acquisition
Accession
2005.56
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dole, Sarah Elizabeth Paddock (1832-1907)
Related Places
Place
Town
Cavendish
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1968.13.1
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear rectangular lenses. The temples extend outward with a pin-and-slot. There is a plaited piece of twine attached to the end of one temple.
Context
Owned by Lemuel Scott of Fletcher, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1968.13
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1860
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Scott, Lemuel (1765-1821)
Related Places
Place
Town
Fletcher
County
Franklin County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1962.65.6a-b
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. They are accompanied by a black leather sheath-style case.
Context
Owned by a member of the Baker or Goff families of Richford, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1962.65
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1850
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (case)
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Leather
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Richford
County
Franklin County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1963.9.1a-b
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. The temples are wire and curve down in the back to curl around the wearer's ear. They are accompanied by a black leather case lined with black velvet on the interior.
Context
Worn by Gladys Jewell Phelps of Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1963.9
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (case)
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Leather
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Phelps, Gladys Jewell (1906-1979)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.673a-b
Description
Metal rimmed eye glasses in leather case. The glasses have small oval frames, and the earpiece are turned back into a loop. Gold lettering on case reads, "Dr. J.E. Prescott; Oculist; Brattleboro, VT"
Context
Made by Dr. Josiah Prescott, a travelling oculist who set up temporary exam rooms in local hotels across Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Prescott, Josiah Everett (1846-1903)
Time Period
19th Century
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (case)
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Leather
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Prescott, Josiah Everett (1846-1903)
Eyeglasses
Name/Title
Eyeglasses
Entry/Object ID
1953.51.1b
Description
Metal framed eyeglasses with clear, rectangular lenses. The temples are heavy-gauge wire, and each has a loop at the end. The bridge is shaped into a semicircle.
Context
Worn by Parker Swasey of Wheelock, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1953.51
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1850
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Swasey, Parker (1793-1880)
Related Places
Place
Town
Wheelock
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Eyeglasses Case
Name/Title
Eyeglasses Case
Entry/Object ID
1945.29.21a
Description
Steel coffin-style eyeglasses case. The case hinges open on one half of the top side. The interior is lined with blue fabric.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.29
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Glass, Steel
Eyeglasses Case
Name/Title
Eyeglasses Case
Entry/Object ID
1958.14.6b
Description
Metal clam shell style eyeglass case. The case hinges open on one side.
Context
Owned by Captain Josiah Tilden of Hartford, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.14
Made/Created
Manufacturer
TM & Co.
Date made
1810
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Tilden, Josiah (1760-1849)
Related Places
Place
Town
Hartford
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Figurine
Name/Title
Figurine
Entry/Object ID
2020.26.9
Description
A tiny three-dimensional, triangular stack of 10 cannon balls made of metal and painted black. On one side in gold are the words, " Bennington Monument, Vermont."
Context
Souvenir from the Bennington Monument. Owned by Sarah Dopp in Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2020.26
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Figurine
Name/Title
Figurine
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.150
Description
Tiny metal figurine of a woman with a sword held across her chest.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Lexicon
Dimensions
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Fob
Name/Title
Fob
Entry/Object ID
1989.59.1
Description
Rectangular, gold-plated watch fob with a stone in the center. The fob consists of a central frame holding to rectangular stones, each showing on the opposite side. One side shows a white stone with a convex face painted with a brown tree with no leaves. The other shows a brown stone with a convex face; the stone contains several light-colored inclusions. The frame is molded with shell shapes and attaches to an outer frame at two connections points at the center; it can spin around the connection points, allowing either side of the stone to be in the front. The outer frame has scrollwork at the top and an eye ring.
Context
Owned by Albert D. Cummings of Hardwick, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1989.59
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Materials
Material
Metal, Stone
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Cummings, Albert D.
Related Places
Place
Town
Hardwick
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Fob
Name/Title
Fob
Entry/Object ID
1967.68
Description
Metal watch fox with a central filigree disk. It has a chain looped around the disk with clasps at either end.
Acquisition
Accession
1967.68
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Fork
Name/Title
Fork
Entry/Object ID
1895.2a
Description
Two-tined fork with wooden handle. The handle consists of two pieces of wood bolted to a central metal tang. The tang extends in one piece to the head of the fork, which is split into two tines.
Context
Found in the foundation of the house of Ensign Gideon Walker, built in 1784 in Whiting, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1895.2
Made/Created
Time Period
18th Century
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Wood
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Whiting
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Fork
Name/Title
Fork
Entry/Object ID
1960.48.2
Description
Two-tined pewter fork with a wooden handle.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.48
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Wood
Fraternal Pin
Name/Title
Fraternal Pin
Entry/Object ID
1928.1.3
Description
Large, shield-shaped silver pin. The pin hangs from an eye ring at the center top that is attached to a long, wire stick pin. One side of the pin is engraved all over with Masonic imagery and the other is engraved with a harp and violin within a circle. The imagery includes an all-seeing eye, a moon and stars, Noah's ark, a dove, masonry tools, a sun, crossed keys, a heart, a spade, a sword, an archway, a coffin, a scythe, and a sand dial. The words SIT LUX, ET LUX FUIT" and "MEMENTO MORI" are engraved on the side with the imagery. The other side has the initials, "H. T. W. S. S. T. K. S.", within the circle surrounding the instruments. The initials "L. F. Jr." is at the center bottom.
Context
Owned by Lavius Fillmore, Jr. of New Haven, Vermont. Fillmore designed churches in Middlebury and Bennington, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1928.1
Made/Created
Date made
1767-1846
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Fillmore, Lavius, Jr. (1767-1846), Freemasons
Related Places
Place
Town
New Haven
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Globe Lamp
Name/Title
Globe Lamp
Entry/Object ID
1969.32a-f
Description
Pair of electrified globe lamps. Each lamp consists of an ornate ormolu shaft on a square marble base topped with a vase-shaped glass hurricane shade. The glass is frosted with a decorative floral pattern in clear glass.
Context
Used on the altar of the Old Covenanter Church in East Craftsbury, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1969.32
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Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Marble
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
East Craftsbury
Town
Craftsbury
County
Orleans County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Goggles
Name/Title
Goggles
Entry/Object ID
1974.29.4a-b
Description
Safety goggles consisting of oval, clear glass lenses surrounded by shaped, metal mesh cage-like frames. Each lens is framed separately and has eyelets at each end, to secure a bridge and temples, or head strap.
Context
Used by a member of the Abbott family of Huntington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1974.29
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Goggles
Name/Title
Goggles
Entry/Object ID
1987.5.1a-b
Description
Safety goggles consisting of oval, blue-tinted glass lenses surrounded by shaped, metal mesh cage-like frames. Each lens is framed separately and connected with a bridge made of thick, twisted twine. They secure to the wearer's head with a length of elastic attached to the outer point of each frame. They are accompanied by an oval tin case with a hinging, clamshell-style lid.
Context
Owned by Blanche Tyler Burbank of West Burke, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1987.5
Ethnography
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Burbank, Blanche Lestina Tyler (1900-1980)
Related Places
Place
Village
West Burke
Town
Burke
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Hand Mirror
Name/Title
Hand Mirror
Entry/Object ID
2009.15.2
Description
Silverplated hand mirror. The back of the mirror is engraved with an image of a battleship and the inscription, "Presented to Miss Jeannie Baker Sponsor S.S. Calvin Coolidge Launched December 27, 1942 SouthPortland Shipbuilding Corp. East Yard, South Portland, Maine."
Context
Given to Jeannine Baker Dubuque of Grand Isle, Vermont, to commemorate her role in the launch of the U.S.S. Calvin Coolidge. Jeannine was chosen by her classmates to attend the christening of the ship.
Acquisition
Accession
2009.15
Made/Created
Date made
1942
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Dubuque, Jeannine L.
Related Places
Place
Town
Grand Isle
County
Grand Isle County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
World War II
Hand Mirror
Name/Title
Hand Mirror
Entry/Object ID
1987.28.1
Description
The hand mirror is round in shape and has a back made of metal. The center of the metal back features the Vermont state seal, which includes a depiction of a cow, three sheaves of wheat, and the phrase "Freedom and Unity." Surrounding the state seal are the words "VERMONT MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO." printed in capital letters. The phrase "WE WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH THE MAN ON THE OTHER SIDE" is printed around the edge of the mirror, encircling the state seal and insurance company name.
Context
Distributed as promotional material for Vermont Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Acquisition
Accession
1987.28
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Vermont Mutual Fire
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Hand Mirror
Name/Title
Hand Mirror
Entry/Object ID
1982.37.19
Description
Stamped tin shaving mirror with fold-out stand. When folded, the mirror glass is encased between two pieces of tin. One side--the side attached to the mirror glass--is stamped with a decorative border of a laurel wreath between two rows of beading and the central inscription, "BREVETE A. PARIS / E. C." There is a long brass rectangle and a brass semi-oval attached to that side with metal loops that act as hinges. When unfolded, the brass components prop the mirror against the other piece of tin.
Context
Owned by True Blake Walter during the Civil War. Walter served as a musician in Company E, 15th Regiment Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.37
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin, Glass, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Walker, True Blake (1841-1863)
Related Places
Place
Town
Burke
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Hat Stand
Name/Title
Hat Stand
Entry/Object ID
2006.12.14
Description
Metal hat stand made of twisted and bent wire.
Context
Likely used in a department store in Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2006.12
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Hat Stand
Name/Title
Hat Stand
Entry/Object ID
2006.12.22
Description
The tall hat stand is made of wire and features a fluted base composed of wires that are evenly spaced in a circular pattern. Seven of the wires are twisted upward to create a 15.75" rod, from which extends a single 7" wire forming a circle at the end to hold a hat.
Context
Likely used in a department store in Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2006.12
Made/Created
Date made
1910-1920
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Hat Stand
Name/Title
Hat Stand
Entry/Object ID
2006.12.23
Description
The tall hat stand is made of wire and features a fluted base composed of wires that are evenly spaced in a circular pattern. 8 of the wires are twisted upward to create a 21.5" rod, from which extends a single 7" wire forming a circle at the end to hold a hat.
Context
Likely used in a department store in Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2006.12
Made/Created
Date made
1910-1920
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Hat Stand
Name/Title
Hat Stand
Entry/Object ID
2006.12.24
Description
The green hat stand is crafted from a heavy-gauge wire, which is shaped to form a rectangular base that can be slid over the edge of a shelf or table. The wire then extends upward to form a 9.5-inch rod, partially wrapped in lighter-gauge wire. At the top of the rod, there is a small metal dome, from which hangs a green cord measuring nine inches. The cord features a large green bead at the bottom.
Context
Likely used in a department store in Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2006.12
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1930
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Wood, Silk
Ice Cream Spoon
Name/Title
Ice Cream Spoon
Entry/Object ID
1989.13.3
Description
Small, stamped metal ice cream spoon. The handle is labeled "TURNBULL'S".
Context
Distributed with Turnbull's Green Mountain Ice Cream.
Acquisition
Accession
1989.13
Made/Created
Manufacturer
J. G. Turnbull Co.
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Green Mountain Ice Cream
Identification Bracelet
Name/Title
Identification Bracelet
Entry/Object ID
2023.15.4
Description
Metal ID bracelet. The original bracelet consists of a metal chain with an oval plaque engraved with the words, "SERGT FRANK.H.PUTNAM 588084". There is an additional metal tag added to the bracelet stamped with the words, "F.H. PUTNAM BETHEL VERMONT 1928".
Context
Worn by Frank Putnam of Bethel, Vermont, during World War I.
Acquisition
Accession
2023.15
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1915
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Putnam, Frank Holmes (1894-1954)
Related Places
Place
Town
Bethel
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
World War I
Inkwell
Name/Title
Inkwell
Entry/Object ID
1935.5.5
Description
Heavy, cylindrical inkwell. The inkwell has a large, deep hole in the center top, and a smaller hole next to it.
Context
Owned by Lucien A. Edson in Randolph, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1935.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Edson, Lucian A. (1843-1918)
Related Places
Place
Town
Randolph
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Inkwell
Name/Title
Inkwell
Entry/Object ID
1936.1.1
Description
Brass pocket inkwell consisting of an inkwell and cover. The well is flask shaped with a raised, round opening in the center top flaked by two unraised holes. The cover slides down over the top of the inkwell.
Context
Owned by Edward Douglas of Chelsea, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1936.1
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1830
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Douglas, Edward (1804-1891)
Related Places
Place
Town
Chelsea
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Jewelry Box
Name/Title
Jewelry Box
Entry/Object ID
1953.52.21
Description
A metal case in the shape of cross-cut section of a railroad track rail with a red velvet interior. The silver top says, "SOUVENIR 28th NATL. ENCAMPMENT. G.A.R." Four pictures are also etched on the metal top. The top one looks like a factory and has the words “Glass House” and perhaps another word underneath. The top center image shows a cannon and a row of tents. The lower center image is of some kind of tower. The bottom image is of mills and the word steel is visible on the left side.
Context
The Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was a fraternal organization for veterans of the Union Army in the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1953.52
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Grand Army of the Republic
Date made
1894
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Steel, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Grand Army of the Republic
Related Places
Place
City
Pittsburgh
State/Province
Pennsylvania
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1922.5
Description
Large metal key with a single bit and an oval bow. The key is covered in remnants of white and red paint.
Context
Used for the old "Stone Storehouse", the warehouse in Burlington, Vermont, in which government supplies were stored in 1812.
Acquisition
Accession
1922.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.24
Description
Key with round head. The head is labeled "O & L C R R" on one side. The side opposite the head has a small portion that sticks outward with two prongs.
Context
Labeled for the Ogdensburg and Lake Champlain Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Bronze
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Ogdensburg and Lake Champlain Railroad
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1932.6
Description
Large brass key with an oval bow and single bit. The bit has no side wards, but a long ward through the center and two short wards on the end.
Context
Used for the Willys F. Cadwell house in Montpelier, Vermont. The house was built in 1795 and demolished in 1883.
Acquisition
Accession
1932.6
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1795
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
LaFayette, Marquis de (1757-1834)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1952.14.1
Description
Small bronze key with an oval bow. The bit the has two projections that together resemble a V.
Context
Used to lock the Montpelier Depot train station in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1952.14
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Bronze, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Central Vermont Railway
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.26
Description
Key with round head. The head is stamped with the label "RUT R R" on one side and "48" on the other side. The end opposite the head has a rectangular hole where the key would be. The shaft is hollow.
Context
Labeled for the Rutland Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rutland Railroad
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1960.54.4a-b
Description
Small metal key. The key has an oval bow, and a wide bit with one ward. Blue cotton tape is tied to the bow.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.54
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Cotton, Metal
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.25
Description
Key with round head. The head is stamped with the label "RUT R R" on one side and "26" on the other side. The end opposite the head has a rectangular hole where the key would be. The shaft is hollow.
Context
Labeled for the Rutland Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Materials
Material
Bronze, Iron
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rutland Railroad
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1976.31
Description
Large brass key with a two-pronged bit and oval bow. The bow and the bit are slightly misaligned. The center of the bow is stamped, "14".
Context
Key to the first statehouse of Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1976.31
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Building
Vermont State House
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.27
Description
Key with round head. The head is stamped with the label "R & B R R" on one side and "WILLIAMS & PAGE" on the other side. The end opposite the head has a protruding bit with two widely set wards.
Context
Labeled for Rutland and Bennington Railroad
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Materials
Material
Bronze
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rutland and Burlington Railroad
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
2000.55.3
Description
Large, cast brass skeleton key. On one side, the key has two large bits, each with two, simple wards. The other side has an oval bow. The shafts is impressed with the inscription, "CITY OF BURLINGTON, VERMONT" on one side and "MAYOR PETER CLAVELLE" on the other.
Context
Ceremonial key to the city of Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2000.55
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Clavelle, Peter (b. 1949)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1962.72
Description
Large metal key with oval bow and rounded bit.
Context
This key opened the second Vermont State House, which burned down in 1857. After the fire, the doors were taken to Middlesex and used on a church there, which also burned down.
Acquisition
Accession
1962.72
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
,
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1952.14.2
Description
Large bronze key. The key has an oval bow, and the bit has three projections and two key wards.
Context
Used to lock the freight office at the train station in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1952.14
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Bronze, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Central Vermont Railway
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key
Name/Title
Key
Entry/Object ID
1943.1.1b
Description
Large iron key. The key has a two-part bit and an oval bow.
Context
Used to unlock a door of the first church built in Starksboro, Vermont, which was Quaker.
Acquisition
Accession
1943.1
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Starksboro
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Key Chain
Name/Title
Key Chain
Entry/Object ID
2014.51.11
Description
Key chain made up of two brass coins sandwiched together and holding a small knife, scissors and nail file, all curved. Engraved on one coin is "Central Vermont Public Service" with its logo and below that, - - EMERGENCY RECOVERY AWARD -- 2007 - 2008 - 2010 - 2011" Engraved on the other coin, "TROPICAL STORM IRENE/ 2011" with a scene of electrical workers in action. Attached to bottom of coins is a heavy chain and a key ring.
Maker is Northwest Territorial Mint.
Maker is Northwest Territorial Mint.
Context
The Emergency Recovery Award was given to Central Vermont Public Service, now part of Green Mountain Power, for "outstanding efforst to restore service promptly to the public following a storm or natural disaster" in the wake of Tropical Storm Irene.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.51
Made/Created
Date made
2011
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Materials
Material
Brass, Metal, Suede
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Central Vermont Public Service Corporation
Related Events
Event
Hurricane Irene
Key Ring
Name/Title
Key Ring
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.13
Description
Gold-toned key chain with attached round medallion. The medallion has the molded incription "CN CV" in the center and "SECTEUR DE CHAMPLAIN AREA" around the edge.
Context
Given to employees of the Central Vermont Railway for earning a safety award, 1969
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
Made/Created
Date made
1969
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
LeCompte, Conrad Armand (1907-2003), Central Vermont Railway, Canadian National Railway
Key Ring
Name/Title
Key Ring
Entry/Object ID
1996.49.25
Description
Key ring with a car-shaped metal fob. One side of the fob is engraved with details of the car and stamped, "PAT NOV 7 1911". The other side is stamped with the label, "BUY YOUR AUTO OF F. B. GILLETT, JONESVILLE, VT. TRY HIM". The center of the front tire is punched through into a square hole (ratchet), and the top of the windshield is arched downward to be a can or bottle opener.
Context
Made to advertise F. B. Gillet of Jonesville, Vermont, in 1911.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.49
Made/Created
Date made
1911
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Village
Jonesville
Town
Richmond
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Key Ring
Name/Title
Key Ring
Entry/Object ID
1985.15.1
Description
Key ring with a tiger claw mounted in a metal clamp. The claw is attached to the ring by a short chain.
Use
The tiger's claw was carried "to ward off various & sundry evil spirits".
Context
Given to Sen. George Aiken by John Whalen, American Embassy, Vietnam.
Acquisition
Accession
1985.15
Made/Created
Date made
1969
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Bone
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Aiken, George David (1892-1984)
Key Ring
Name/Title
Key Ring
Entry/Object ID
2022.51.5
Description
Round metal key ring attached to a rectangular metal tag with one rounded edge. One side of the tag has an etched metal insert that reads, "AMERICAN CANADIAN TOUR / PO BOX 296 / WATERBURY, VT 05676 / 802-244-6963".
Context
ACT (American Canadian Tour) is a racing series in New England and Canada. Originally loaned for exhibition.
Acquisition
Accession
2022.51
Made/Created
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
American Canadian Tour
Related Places
Place
Town
Waterbury
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Key Ring
Name/Title
Key Ring
Entry/Object ID
1977.50.13
Description
Metal key ring consisting of a ring and a medallion. The medallion is oval with a raised, enameled logo consisting of the letters VT in green and the number 2 in blue.
Context
Produced for Vermont's participation in the United States Bicentennial celebration.
Acquisition
Accession
1977.50
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Key chain
Name/Title
Key chain
Entry/Object ID
2008.22.24
Description
Gold-colored metal chain with medallion with the image of a woman and a child kneeling over which are the words, St. Ann Pray for Us." On the other side are the words, "st. Ann's Shrine, Isle La Motte, Vermont" surrounding a wreath with a crown at the top and two birds in the center.
Context
From https://www.saintannesshrine.org/history
"From its earliest occupation by the white man, the territory now known as the State of Vermont had been placed under the protection of St. Anne, the mother of the Blessed Mother. As early as 1666, the French erected a Fort and Chapel on Isle La Motte as their southernmost fort against hostile Indian attacks on the settlements in Montreal and Quebec. This was dedicated under the invocation of “la bonne Sainte Anne”. It was here that the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass was offered for the first known time in the Northeast, and here too that the first Episcopal visit took place when in 1668, the Bishop of Quebec journeyed by canoe to Fort St. Anne to confirm a number of Indian converts. Although the Fort was abandoned within a few years, the ruins remained a mute witness to the devotion of its builders, which would be reawakened with the establishment of Vermont as a Diocese.
In 1853, the Very Rev. Louis de Goesbriand, Vicar General of the Diocese of Cleveland, became the first Bishop of Vermont. A Breton by birth, where devotion to St. Anne has always been exceptionally fervent, the young Bishop soon began to foster devotion to Her among his people. On June 5, 1859, the cornerstone of the new Church of St. Anne in Milton was blessed and dedicated….a mere 200 years from the date of construction of the French Fort in Isle La Motte! In 1886 a new Parish was formed consisting of Alburg, Isle La Motte, and North Hero.
?The Parishes were entrusted to one of the Bishop’s priests, Rev. Joseph Kerlidou. A scholarly man, he was directed to do as much research as he could on the nearly obliterated Fort. His notes were published a few years later as encouragement for raising funds to purchase the land on which the Fort stood. The first parcel, containing the part of the Fort in which the Chapel had been located, was acquired in 1892. By the Feast of St. Anne the following year, ground had been cleared and a small chapel erected. A large statue of St. Anne was purchased in Montreal and donated as a gift from the Breton Clergy of the Diocese. This same statue still graces the present Chapel at the Shrine. 1893 saw the blessing of the Chapel and the first organized pilgrimage to the new Shrine. Nearly 2,000 people attended from Vermont, NY State, and Canada. Many came by steamboats chartered for the occasion.
It became a regular custom in the summer months to have a day-long excursion culminating with Mass and Devotions at the Shrine. The chronicle of St. Joseph’s Orphanage in Burlington annually record the great enthusiasm and enjoyment of the large numbers of children and Sisters who would make the pilgrimage, often as guests of the Bishop, on such boats as the Maquam, the Reindeer and the well-known, Ticonderoga. These steamer excursions were forced to stop because of the shortage of coal during the First World War and for economic reasons, were not resumed. For many years thereafter, devotion to St. Anne was centered principally on the parish level, in the many confraternities and sodalities dedicated in Her name.
A resurgence of devotional activity began under the Most Rev. Edward F. Ryan following his consecration as fifth Bishop of Burlington in 1945. He presided annually at the solemnities at the Shrine and encouraged the organization of Pilgrimages. The direction of St. Anne’s Shrine was entrusted to the Society of St. Edmund Fathers in 1904 and in the Spring of 1909 a new and large Chapel and pavilion were erected. The Edmundite Fathers purchased St. Anne’s Shrine from the Diocese in 1921 and since that time, have made extensive physical improvements providing the capability to handle large numbers of people with ease. During the Diocesan Bicentennial Celebration in 1976, an estimated 7,000 persons participated in the 3-day observance at the Shrine.
"From its earliest occupation by the white man, the territory now known as the State of Vermont had been placed under the protection of St. Anne, the mother of the Blessed Mother. As early as 1666, the French erected a Fort and Chapel on Isle La Motte as their southernmost fort against hostile Indian attacks on the settlements in Montreal and Quebec. This was dedicated under the invocation of “la bonne Sainte Anne”. It was here that the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass was offered for the first known time in the Northeast, and here too that the first Episcopal visit took place when in 1668, the Bishop of Quebec journeyed by canoe to Fort St. Anne to confirm a number of Indian converts. Although the Fort was abandoned within a few years, the ruins remained a mute witness to the devotion of its builders, which would be reawakened with the establishment of Vermont as a Diocese.
In 1853, the Very Rev. Louis de Goesbriand, Vicar General of the Diocese of Cleveland, became the first Bishop of Vermont. A Breton by birth, where devotion to St. Anne has always been exceptionally fervent, the young Bishop soon began to foster devotion to Her among his people. On June 5, 1859, the cornerstone of the new Church of St. Anne in Milton was blessed and dedicated….a mere 200 years from the date of construction of the French Fort in Isle La Motte! In 1886 a new Parish was formed consisting of Alburg, Isle La Motte, and North Hero.
?The Parishes were entrusted to one of the Bishop’s priests, Rev. Joseph Kerlidou. A scholarly man, he was directed to do as much research as he could on the nearly obliterated Fort. His notes were published a few years later as encouragement for raising funds to purchase the land on which the Fort stood. The first parcel, containing the part of the Fort in which the Chapel had been located, was acquired in 1892. By the Feast of St. Anne the following year, ground had been cleared and a small chapel erected. A large statue of St. Anne was purchased in Montreal and donated as a gift from the Breton Clergy of the Diocese. This same statue still graces the present Chapel at the Shrine. 1893 saw the blessing of the Chapel and the first organized pilgrimage to the new Shrine. Nearly 2,000 people attended from Vermont, NY State, and Canada. Many came by steamboats chartered for the occasion.
It became a regular custom in the summer months to have a day-long excursion culminating with Mass and Devotions at the Shrine. The chronicle of St. Joseph’s Orphanage in Burlington annually record the great enthusiasm and enjoyment of the large numbers of children and Sisters who would make the pilgrimage, often as guests of the Bishop, on such boats as the Maquam, the Reindeer and the well-known, Ticonderoga. These steamer excursions were forced to stop because of the shortage of coal during the First World War and for economic reasons, were not resumed. For many years thereafter, devotion to St. Anne was centered principally on the parish level, in the many confraternities and sodalities dedicated in Her name.
A resurgence of devotional activity began under the Most Rev. Edward F. Ryan following his consecration as fifth Bishop of Burlington in 1945. He presided annually at the solemnities at the Shrine and encouraged the organization of Pilgrimages. The direction of St. Anne’s Shrine was entrusted to the Society of St. Edmund Fathers in 1904 and in the Spring of 1909 a new and large Chapel and pavilion were erected. The Edmundite Fathers purchased St. Anne’s Shrine from the Diocese in 1921 and since that time, have made extensive physical improvements providing the capability to handle large numbers of people with ease. During the Diocesan Bicentennial Celebration in 1976, an estimated 7,000 persons participated in the 3-day observance at the Shrine.
Acquisition
Accession
2008.22
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Catholic Diocese of Vermont
Related Places
Place
Town
Isle la Motte
County
Grand Isle County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Knee Buckle
Name/Title
Knee Buckle
Entry/Object ID
1933.2.2
Description
Silver-plated brass knee buckle. The buckle is oval with a center bar. The bar has two prongs and a hinged loop. The frame is petaled.
Context
Worn by Robert Lyon of Stockbridge, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1933.2
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Lyon, Robert (1743-1809)
Related Places
Place
Town
Stockbridge
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
American Revolutionary War
Knee Buckles
Name/Title
Knee Buckles
Entry/Object ID
1937.7.1a-b
Description
Metal knee buckles. The borders consist a circle and an hourglass shape intertwined to form an oval. The latch bar has a two-pronged, U-shaped latch on one side, and an inward-facing two-pronged oval clasp on the other.
Context
Said to have been worn by David Williams at the reception and dinner held in honor of the Marquis de Lafayette's visit in Royalton, Vermont, in 1824.
Acquisition
Accession
1937.7
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
LaFayette, Marquis de (1757-1834), Williams, David (b. 1788)
Related Places
Place
Town
Royalton
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Knives
Name/Title
Knives
Entry/Object ID
1954.29.3a-d
Description
Four knives with ivory handles. The blades are dull and rounded at the tip. The handles are riveted on. The blades are marked, "Lamson Goodnow & Co. S. Falls Works".
Context
Owned by William T. Dewey in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1954.29
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Lamson, Goodnow, & Co.
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Ivory
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Ladle
Name/Title
Ladle
Entry/Object ID
1922.1.4
Description
Coin silver ladle, engraved on the handle with the initials "ST". The back of the handle is stamped with the mark, "Jones, Lows & Ball" within a rectangle.
Context
Owned by Susan Torrey Blake in East Corinth, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1922.1
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Jones, Lows & Ball
Date made
1835-1841
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Blake, Susan Torrey (1795-1884)
Related Places
Place
Village
East Corinth
Town
Corinth
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Lamp
Name/Title
Lamp
Entry/Object ID
2010.31.14a
Description
One of a pair of wall-mounted brass kerosene lamps. The lamp has a round brass base with a reservoir topped with a clear glass hurricane lamp. The reservoir sits in a round bracket that, in turn, inserts into a wall-mounted escutcheon.
Context
Owned by George H. Simmonds in Bennington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2010.31
Made/Created
Date made
1892
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Simmons, George W. (1803-1861)
Related Places
Place
City
Bennington
County
Bennington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lamp
Name/Title
Lamp
Entry/Object ID
2010.31.14.2a-d
Description
One of a pair of wall-mounted brass kerosene lamps. The lamp has a round brass base with a reservoir topped with a clear glass hurricane lamp. The reservoir sits in a round bracket that, in turn, inserts into a wall-mounted escutcheon.
Context
Owned by George H. Simmonds in Bennington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2010.31
Made/Created
Date made
1892
Lexicon
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Simmons, George W. (1803-1861)
Related Places
Place
City
Bennington
County
Bennington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lamp Bracket
Name/Title
Lamp Bracket
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1018
Description
Cast iron wall-mounting bracket for hanging a light fixture. It is diamond shaped with holes at each corner. There is a cylindrical bracket at the center.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Made/Created
Date made
1890-1900
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Iron
Lamp, Oil
Name/Title
Lamp, Oil
Entry/Object ID
1979.16.11
Description
Oil lamp shaped like a bell with a loop handle at the side and a wick holder in the center.
Context
Owned by a member of the Hathaway family.
Acquisition
Accession
1979.16
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.521
Description
Pierced tin lantern. The lantern body is round and formed from a single sheet of tin. The top is conical, formed from a circular sheet of tin rolled around the center point. There is a narrow rectangular door on one side that secures with a bent metal latch. The body, top, and door are all pierced from the interior in a decorative pattern of dots, lines, and crescents. The round metal base has a circle in the center for holding a candle.
Context
Used by the Barber family in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Made/Created
Date made
1840-1890
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barber, Justin Morrill (1898-1971)
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.1016.1-2
Description
Pierced tin lantern. The lantern body is round and formed from a single sheet of tin. The top is conical, formed from a circular sheet of tin rolled around the center point. There is a narrow rectangular door on one side that secures with a bent metal latch. The body, top, and door are all pierced from the interior in a decorative pattern of dots and lines. The round metal base has a circle in the center for holding a candle.
Context
Used in the Gospel Village Church in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Made/Created
Date made
1915-1920
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.246
Description
Metal kerosene lantern, painted black with darkened brown glass sides. The lantern is rectangular in shape with a cone-like projection at the top and a rounded base with holes. There is a handle on one side in the middle of the device; this side opens (from a hinge) to reveal a space for a kerosene flame on the inside. Maker's mark printed on one of the outer sides of the object "[illegible] NEW YORK."
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
Made/Created
Date made
Jan 7, 2015
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1410
Description
Metal lantern with molded tin back and two glass panels. The oil for the lantern sits in a low well, with a wick rising up into the main chamber. The back of the lantern is lined in tin that has been hammered in a circular design to reflect light. The front two panels are clear glass. The lantern has a short, metal chimney with a circular cap and upper handle.
Context
Owned by Deacon Asa Lord of Norwich, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Lord, Asa (1783-1861)
Related Places
Place
Town
Norwich
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
1945.46
Description
Pierced tin lantern. The lantern body is round and formed from a single sheet of tin. The top is conical, formed from a circular sheet of tin rolled around the center point. There is a narrow rectangular door on one side that secures with a bent metal latch. The body, top, and door are all pierced from the interior in a decorative pattern. The round metal base has an circle in the center for holding a candle.
Context
Said to have been used in front of a tavern in Waterville, Vermont, from 1807 until 1817.
Acquisition
Accession
1945.46
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1800
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Brown, Realtus (1854-1887)
Related Places
Place
Town
Waterville
County
Lamoille County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lantern
Name/Title
Lantern
Entry/Object ID
2000.12.5
Description
Black metal lantern with a door on hinges that latches shut. The door holds a large, thick, clear convex glass lens to magnify the light. The interior should have a separate fuel container with a wick, but it is missing from this lantern. Two heavy metal oblong loops on hinges allow the lantern to be held, or possibly attached to a belt. The top is a ruffled conical shape, 2 layers, which allows for venting.
Context
Used by members of the Peck family of Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2000.12
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Peck, Louis Provost (1918-2008)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lapel Pin
Name/Title
Lapel Pin
Entry/Object ID
2010.11.60
Description
Round white post-backed pin printed with a red, white, and blue rounded star logo and the words, "AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL 1776-1976".
Context
Produced for the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War.
Acquisition
Accession
2010.11
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Plastic, Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Brattleboro
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Lapel Pin
Name/Title
Lapel Pin
Entry/Object ID
2007.2.2
Description
Rectangular enameled lapel pin. It is enameled green and has the words, "becoming an Outdoors-Woman". There is a mountain scene with the O.
Acquisition
Accession
2007.2
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Lapel Pin
Name/Title
Lapel Pin
Entry/Object ID
1982.24.92
Description
Class pin molded into the letters "BHS", styled to look like wooden branches. Beneath the letters is a green enameled flame with the yellow enameled number 97.
Context
Owned by Grace Goodhue Coolidge to commemorate her graduation from Burlington High School in 1897.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.24
Made/Created
Date made
1897
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Enamel
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Coolidge, Grace Anna Goodhue (1879-1957)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Lapel Pin
Name/Title
Lapel Pin
Entry/Object ID
1998.32.3
Description
Round lapel pin with white enamel showing a large, Georgian building in the center with the inscription, "ROCKINGHAM - VERMONT / U.S.-VT. BICENTENNIAL" around the edge.
Context
Produced for the town of Rockingham, Vermont, to celebrate the US Bicentennial
Acquisition
Accession
1998.32
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Rockingham
County
Windham County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Lapel Pin
Name/Title
Lapel Pin
Entry/Object ID
1998.32.4
Description
Rectangular lapel pin with white enamel. Across the front is the Vermont logo for the US Bicentennial: "VT2" in stylized bubble letters with the VT in green and the 2 in light blue and curving around the T. Above the logo is the red inscription, "U.S.-VERMONT BICENTENNIAL".
Context
Made to commemorate the US Bicentennial
Acquisition
Accession
1998.32
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Enamel
Relationships
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Lead Fragment
Name/Title
Lead Fragment
Entry/Object ID
1960.159
Description
Rectangular sheet of lead with two piece cut out: a square, and a U-shaped piece. There are several light impressions throughout the sheet, showing where it was struck by die. The majority of the impressions were made by a Vermont ten cent die.
Context
Used as a test piece for the dies made for the Stamp Act of 1797.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.159
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Lead
Letter Opener
Interpretative Labels
Label
Paper knife - souvenir of the Great War, 1914-1918
Shaft made from a German cartridge
blade made from a French bullet
ornaments British buttons
Made by a French soldier in 1915 on the French-German front at the Somme. Offered by M. Willaceque Felicien, Perpignan (Eastern Pyrenees)
Name/Title
Letter Opener
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.46
Description
Brass tool that could be a letter opener or a butter knife. Has insignia on the top of the handle and on the sides. The insignia features a lion on the lift, a unicorn on the right, a crown with another unidentifiable animal on top, a seal in the middle with unreadable lettering and two banners at the bottom, also with unreadable lettering. Smaller versions of the insignia on top adorn the sides of the handle.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
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License Plate
Name/Title
License Plate
Entry/Object ID
1971.49
Description
Green license plate with the white inscription, "HOUSE / 250 / VERMONT". There is a white circular icon at the left printed with the full-color Vermont state seal and the words, "GENERAL ASSEMBLY". There is a red rectangular sticker on the bottom right that reads, "7 0 VERMONT".
Acquisition
Accession
1971.49
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Material
Metal
Lighter
Name/Title
Lighter
Entry/Object ID
1965.14.10
Description
Silver-toned metal light stamped with a hash pattern.
Acquisition
Accession
1965.14
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Metal
Locket
Name/Title
Locket
Entry/Object ID
1982.24.91
Description
Small, round locket. One side is engraved with a Greek key pattern and the name, "Grace". The other is engraved with a small landscape scene showing a roofline and a mountain within a frame set above a large leaf. The locket opens to reveal a small, round piece of paper inscribed with the word, "Rubber", in ink.
Context
Owned by Grace Goodhue Coolidge.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.24
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Brass, Paper
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Coolidge, Grace Anna Goodhue (1879-1957)
Magnet
Name/Title
Magnet
Entry/Object ID
2000.55.5
Description
Round, white magnet showing a red school building and blue office building curving together so that the peaks of their roofs touch above the inscription, "Addison County School-to-Work 802-388-7951".
Context
This was part of a Vermont Manufacturing Exhibit at the Pavilion. The donor is unknown.
Acquisition
Accession
2000.55
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Magnet, Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
County
Addison County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Magnifying Glass
Name/Title
Magnifying Glass
Entry/Object ID
1937.5.1
Description
Small magnifying glass with a wire frame. The frame is wrapped around the edge of a circular glass lens, extending outward into a triangular handle where the two ends meet.
Context
Owned by William Andrew Ellis of Danville, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1937.5
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Ellis, William Andrew (1875-1961)
Related Places
Place
Town
Danville
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Marking Stamp
Name/Title
Marking Stamp
Entry/Object ID
1959.41
Description
Curved metal stamp. The stamp is engraved with an image of the State House, a large star, and the words, "VERMONT 1791 1941", in the center. The top border has the inscription, "150 YEARS OF STATEHOOD MONTPELIER VT". The lower border contains repeated stars.
Context
Made for the Vermont Sesquicentennial.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.41
Made/Created
Date made
1991
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Building
Vermont State House
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Vermont Sesquicentennial
Match Holder
Name/Title
Match Holder
Entry/Object ID
1983.19.2
Description
Tin match holder that is shaped like a vase. The match holder has a round, bell-shaped base. The top edge of the holder has been pushed inward.
Acquisition
Accession
1983.19
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Match Safe
Name/Title
Match Safe
Entry/Object ID
1973.30
Description
Rectangular metal match safe with an enamel wrap. The wrap is printed on one side with a photograph of two men and the inscription, "Always Found at CITY HOTEL". The other side is printed with an image of a stamped envelope addressed to "K. W. Morse, Barre, VT" with the return address, "CITY HOTEL, H.C. Jones, Clerk."
Acquisition
Accession
1973.30
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Enamel
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Morse, Kimball W. (1859-1950), City Hotel
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
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Match Safe
Name/Title
Match Safe
Entry/Object ID
2004.38.14
Description
Tin wall-mounted match safe. The tin is painted with brown metallic paint and stenciled with a decorative feather design on the lid and interlocking rings on the sides. It is stenciled with the word, "MATCHES" on the lid.
Context
Made by George W. Simmons in North Bennington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2004.38
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Simmons, George W. (1803-1861)
Date made
1845-1860
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Match Safe
Name/Title
Match Safe
Entry/Object ID
1965.14.8
Description
Oval metal match safe with raised floral design. The lid hinges upward from one side.
Acquisition
Accession
1965.14
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Match Safe
Name/Title
Match Safe
Entry/Object ID
1976.43.60
Description
Tin, wall-mounted match safe. It is a semi-elliptical box with a repousse scroll design on the backboard. The bottom is punched outward, creating a grate for striking matches.
Acquisition
Accession
1976.43
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Matchbox
Name/Title
Matchbox
Entry/Object ID
2007.46.24
Description
This metal matchstick holder is molded in the shape of two children standing around a bale of cotton. One of the children is seated in front, holding a ball, while the other is peeking around the back. The faces of the children are racist portrayals of stereotypically black features. The cotton bale is open at the top, allowing it to hold matches. The word "Cotton" is molded on the front of the bale. On the bottom of the matchstick holder, there is a stamp that reads "Pat. Apld. For".
Acquisition
Accession
2007.46
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Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Matchbox
Name/Title
Matchbox
Entry/Object ID
1998.50.1
Description
The matchbox is made of silver-colored metal and has a hinged lid. The label on the lid is dark red with yellow lettering and advertises the "South Western Hotel, Windsor / A. Outlaw Proprietress" and the manufacturer's name and address, which may read "D. Harper & Co., 266 8 Holloway...". The bottom of the matchbox has an indented ridge of grooves. Inside the matchbox, the color is brass or gold.
Context
Produced as an advertisement for the South Western Hotel in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1998.50
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
South Western Hotel
Related Places
Place
Town
Windsor
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Matchbox
Name/Title
Matchbox
Entry/Object ID
2012.4.3
Description
Black-painted tin matchbox. The box is stenciled in yellow with a simple floral design on all sides. The edges of each side are bordered with a narrow red line. The box has an angled top lid that hinges open with a central hinge. There are two holes on the upper back tab for hanging the box on a wall
Context
Made by Susie Cleveland in Northfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2012.4
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Cleveland, Susie Boyce Ditty Fiske (1894-1982)
Date made
1940-1960
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Medal
Name/Title
Medal
Entry/Object ID
1956.1
Description
Legion of Honor medal hanging from an eye ring. The top portion is made of silver and in the shape of an elaborate royal crown. The lower part is enameled with white and green with a gold center and the words "HONEUR ET PATRIE" on one side and "NAPOLEON EMP DES FRANC".
Context
Awarded to Captain Horace Bucklin Sawyer of Burlington, Vermont, while in France, 1829-1831.
Acquisition
Accession
1956.1
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1830
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Sawyer, Horace Bucklin (1797-1860)
Related Places
,
Related Events
Event
War of 1812
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1992.87.19
Description
Green and cream pin with a black silhouette of a skier in the center and the number 475 in a box at the bottom. Around the edge in green lettering are the words, "Barre Ski Club, Barre, Vt., 1939-40".
Context
Worn by either a member of the Barre Ski Club or show admission to The Skyline, operated by the ski club.
Acquisition
Accession
1992.87
Made/Created
Date made
1939
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Ski Club
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.3
Description
Round, green pin with the inscription "CHAUFFEURS, TEAMSTERS & HELPERS OF BARRE, VT./MAR" around the edge and the teamster logo, "1959" and "597" in the center.
Context
Worn by a member of the Teamsters of Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
1959
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Teamsters of Barre
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2011.68.10
Description
Round yellow button printed in black with an image of a turkey and the inscription, "BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB, Inc." around the edge. The date 1967 is above the turkey, and the words, "BARRE, VT." are below the turkey. There is a pin on the reverse.
Context
Worn by a member of the Barre Fish & Game Club, founded in 1919.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.68
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Russell Badge Manufacturing Company
Date made
1967
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1992.87.20
Description
Green pin with black lettering and pictures of a fish, rabbit, grouse, fishing rod and rifle. Around the outside are the word, "Barton-Glover Fish & Game Club 1969-70."
Context
Worn by a member of the Barton-Glover Fish & Game Club
Acquisition
Accession
1992.87
Made/Created
Date made
1969
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barton-Glover Fish & Game Club
Related Places
,
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.5
Description
Round, light green metal button with dark green printing. The inscription "BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB, INC./BARRE, VT. 1983" circles around the edge with an illustration of three ducks in flight and a hunting rifle.
Context
Worn by a member of the Barre Fish & Game Club of Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
1983
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1992.87.21
Description
A white pin with the blue and black image of a cabin in the woods on a pond with a fish jumping and geese flying overhead. Around the edge in red letters are the words, "Barton-Glover fish & Game Club, Barton, Vt. 1962."
Context
Worn by a member of the Barton-Glover Fish & Game Club
Acquisition
Accession
1992.87
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barton-Glover Fish & Game Club
Related Places
,
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2022.60.1
Description
Round white metal button with the green printed inscription, "VERMONT ASSOCIATION / OF SNOW TRAVELERS, INC. / I AM VAST".
Context
VAST maintains over 5000 miles of snowmobile trails in Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2022.60
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Vermont Association of Snow Travelers, Inc.
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2004.72.2
Description
Round, green metal button printed in a white with an even-sided cross and the inscription, "SAAFETY PATROL CONVENTION / OCT. 10, 1940 / BURLINGTON, VT."
Context
Produced for the 1940 Safety Patrol Convention in Burlington, Vermont. School safety patrol systems used older elementary school children to help younger children navigate streets near school buildings.
Acquisition
Accession
2004.72
Made/Created
Date made
1940
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
American Automobile Association
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2004.72.3
Description
Round green-and-white button printed with the inscription, "SCHOOL SAFETY PATROL CONVENTION / BURLINGTON / OCTOBER 9 / 1941" and a monogram of the letters "VT".
Context
Produced for the 1941 Safety Patrol Convention in Burlington, Vermont. School safety patrol systems used older elementary school children to help younger children navigate streets near school buildings.
Acquisition
Accession
2004.72
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Universal Badge Co., 3 School St., Boston, Mass.
Date made
1941
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
American Automobile Association
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1992.87.23
Description
White pin with green image of a pine tree in the center and green lettering on the edge that reads, "Camp Winape, 1950, Vermont."
Context
Camp Winape was a boys camp in operation from 1911 to 1984. It operated briefly as a girls came from 1931 to 1934.
Acquisition
Accession
1992.87
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Winape
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2013.27.1
Description
Round green metal button with the inscription, "BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB, INC. BARRE, VERMONT" around the edge. The center is printed with a long gun crossing a fishing rod. In the spaces between (clockwise from top) are "Member 1955"; an image of a dog carrying a bird in its mount; an image of a deer with small antlers; an image of a man in a boat catching a large fish.
Context
The Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc. was founded in 1919 to promote recreational hunting, shooting, fishing, and wildlife conservation.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.27
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Universal Badge Company
Date made
1955
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Plastic
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2013.27.3
Description
Round orange metal button with the black inscription, "BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB, Inc. BARRE, VERMONT-1966" around the edge. The center is printed in black and grey with an illustration of a cabin beside a pond. Three geese are flying above the cabin and a fish is jumping from the pond.
Context
The Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc. was founded in 1919 to promote recreational hunting, shooting, fishing, and wildlife conservation.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.27
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Russell Badge Manufacturing Company
Date made
1966
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Plastic, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2013.27.4
Description
Round white metal button with the red inscription, "GUNNER BROOK FISHING DERBY BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB, INC." around the edge. The center is printed in green with an image of a young boy and a puppy. The boy is wearing rolled up pants, a plaid collard shirt, and a straw hat. He is holding a fishing rod in one hand and string of fish in the other.
Use
by someone in donor's family
Context
The Gunner Brook Fishing Derby was a fishing competition for children sponsored by the Barre Fish and Game Club.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.27
Made/Created
Date made
1950-1960
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Plastic, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2013.27.5
Description
Round orange metal button with the black inscription, "BARRE FISH & GAME CLUB INC. BARRE, VT." around the edge. The center is printed with an image of a stag's head in front of crossed long gun and fishing rod and the words, "Member 1973".
Context
The Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc. was founded in 1919 to promote recreational hunting, shooting, fishing, and wildlife conservation.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.27
Made/Created
Date made
1973
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Plastic, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.7
Description
Round metal button with green border that bears the inscription "BARRE / FISH & GAME CLUB, INC. - 1963" around the edge, and images of a fishing rod, a rifle, a quail, a rabbit, and a fish in the center.
Context
Worn by a member of the Barre Fish & Game Club of Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
1963
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Barre Fish & Game Club, Inc.
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1962.23.12
Description
Round white metal button printed in green with an image of the Vermont state seal in the center and the inscription, "14th Conference of Vermont Boys / St. Albans, Dec. 11-13, 1925", around the edge.
Context
Worn by a member of the Vermont Boys (likely Frank Hartwell) to their annual conference in Saint Albans, Vermont, 1925.
Acquisition
Accession
1962.23
Made/Created
Date made
1925
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Hartwell, Frank Eugene (1873-1961), Vermont Boys
Related Places
,
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2i
Description
Small round metal button printed with a shield of the United States flag with an icon of an arm raising a hammer in between a compass and a carpentry square. The initials, "Jr. O. U. A. M." are at the top.
Context
Owned by Edward H. Prouty of Underhill, Vermont. The Order of United American Mechanics was an anti-Catholic American Nativist organization.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Manufacturer
The Whitehead & Hoag Co.
Date made
1896
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Junior Order United American Mechanics
Related Places
Place
Town
Underhill
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2011.70.37
Description
Round blue metal button with white lettering that reads "VERMONT JAYCEES / B-B GUN CHAMPIONSHIP 1978 / BARRE, VERMONT".
Context
The Greater Barre Jaycees (Junior Chamber) was a leadership training service and civic organization for men focused on promoting civic engagement and improving the community of Barre, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.70
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Wincraft Inc.
Date made
1978
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Milne, James F. (b. 1950), Unites States Junior Chamber
Related Places
,
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2011.70.38
Description
Round metal button printed with a white center a green edge border. The border is printed in black with the inscription, "CONVENTION / 1980 / GTR.ST.ALBANS.JAYCEES". The inner circle is printed with an image of Vermont [green] with the outline of a shield [black] under the word "VERMONT" [black]. It is surrounded by the words, "HOSTS OF AMERADA 78' N.O.Y.F.-79' / HIGHGATE SPGS."
Context
The St. Albans Jaycees (Junior Chamber) was a leadership training service and civic organization for men focused on promoting civic engagement and improving the community of St. Albans, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.70
Made/Created
Date made
1980
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Plastic
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Unites States Junior Chamber
Related Places
Place
City
St. Albans City
County
Franklin County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
2011.70.39
Description
Round white button with blue writing, both typed and handwritten that reads, "SUPER '79 / VERMONT JAYCEE CONVENTION / HOSTED / BY / RANDOLPH AREA / JAYCEES" In the center is an outline of the state of Vermont with an asterisk in the center and lines radiating out from it. The * is, I'm assuming, where Randolph is suppose to be located.
Context
The Randolph Area Jaycees (Junior Chamber) was a leadership training service and civic organization for men focused on promoting civic engagement and improving the community of the Randolph area in Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2011.70
Made/Created
Date made
1979
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Plastic, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Unites States Junior Chamber
Related Places
Place
Town
Randolph
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Button
Name/Title
Membership Button
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2j
Description
Small round metal button printed with a shield of the United States flag with an icon of an arm raising a hammer in between a compass and a carpentry square. The initials, "Jr. O. U. A. M." are at the top. The button has a rounded metal frame.
Context
Owned by Edward H. Prouty of Underhill, Vermont. The Order of United American Mechanics was an anti-Catholic American Nativist organization.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Manufacturer
The Whitehead & Hoag Co.
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Junior Order United American Mechanics
Related Places
Place
Town
Underhill
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Card
Name/Title
Membership Card
Entry/Object ID
1995.37.3
Description
Metal membership card that reads, "DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS / WALTER S. MEDEIROS / IS A LIFE MEMBER / No. 58516". There is a round seal for the Disabled American Veterans at the bottom left. On the reverse are the words, "LIFE MEMBER OF / CHAPTER NO. STATE / BURLINGTON 5 VT."
Context
Owned by Walter S. Medeiros of Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1995.37
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Disabled American Veterans
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1936.4.1w
Description
Small membership pin consisting of a bar and medallion. The bar has the inscription, "BUFFALO". The medallion is in the shape of a star and enameled white. The center has the monogram GAR ringed by the incription, "31st NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT 1897".
Context
Worn to the 1897 GAR National Encampment by Mrs. Baker, president of the GAR Brooks Post Dept. 18 in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1936.4
Made/Created
Manufacturer
King & Eisele
Date made
1897
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Women's Relief Corps, Grand Army of the Republic
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1931.2
Description
Small, round enameled pin. The blue pin has the word "ADELPHI" across the top in gold with five small five-pointed stars across the bottom. In the center is a large 6-pointed star with a blue anchor at its center.
Context
Worn by members of Adelphi at the Female Collegiate Institute in Newbury, Vermont, which later became the Montpelier Seminary
Acquisition
Accession
1931.2
Made/Created
Date made
1849-1868
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1951.20a-b
Description
Gold membership pin consisting of a bar and medallion. The bar is engraved with the words, "Past National President". The medallion is shield-shaped and molded in the center with the monogram UVL and around the edge with the inscription, "1861 1865 / LADIES OF THE U. V. L." The reverse of the medallion is engraved, "Nellie Harrington 1921-1922".
The pin is accompanied by a photographic postcard showing a man and a woman sitting in ladderback chairs on a porch. A newspaper article about Calvin E. Harrington being elected senior vice national commander of the union veterans' legion is pasted to the other side of the postcard.
The pin is accompanied by a photographic postcard showing a man and a woman sitting in ladderback chairs on a porch. A newspaper article about Calvin E. Harrington being elected senior vice national commander of the union veterans' legion is pasted to the other side of the postcard.
Context
Worn by Nellie Jane Harrington to indicate her status as a former national president of the women's auxiliary of the Union Veteran Legion.
Acquisition
Accession
1951.20
Made/Created
Date made
1922
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Harrington, Nellie Jane Bowen (1864-1951), Union Veterans League
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1970.6.11b
Description
Round enameled pin with an image of man riding a horse. The words, "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE" ring the edge.
Context
Owned by Samuel Jackson of Barre, Vermont. The Sons of St. George was a fraternal society of English immigrants in the United States.
Acquisition
Accession
1970.6
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold, Enamel
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Sons of St. George, Jackson, Samuel
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1994.53.40
Description
Small metal shield-shaped pin engraved with an image of a Bible over a crossed cross and anchor and the inscription, "Y.M.C.A. BOY'S BRANCH". A brass safety pin is soldered onto the back.
Context
Worn by Edwin C. Hall as a member of the YMCA
Acquisition
Accession
1994.53
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Tin, Aluminum, Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Hall, Edwin C. (1845-1913), Yong Men's Christian Association
Related Places
Place
Town
Brookfield
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.3n
Description
Membership pin consisting of a button, ribbon, and pendant. The round metal button is printed with an image of the Shriners logo (a head at the center of two curved horns surrounding a 5-pointed star) and the inscription, "MT. SINAI TEMPLE MARCH 9TH '21". A blue satin-wove ribbon (floats now mostly disintegrated) hangs from the button with an eye ring looped at the bottom. From the eye ring hangs a metal pendant shaped like a camel.
Context
Worn by Edward Prouty as a member of Shriners.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Manufacturer
The Whitehead & Hoag Co.
Date made
1921
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Shriners International
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
2006.65.1
Description
Gold plated lapel pin in an art deco fan shape with the initials "SCC" vertically in the center. At the very bottom is the date 1940 within a diamond shape.
Context
Owned by Ado P. Tomat to indicate his membership in the Spaulding Commercial Club at Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont, 1940
Acquisition
Accession
2006.65
Made/Created
Date made
1940
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
2006.17.1
Description
Silver hexagonal lapel pin with a safety clasp on the reverse. The front is molded with a stag's head in the center of an enameled green circle with the words, "CAMP MAPLE KNOLLS". The back is marked, "sterling". The pin was originally attached to a square piece of cardboard printed with the words, "STERLING SILVER".
Context
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.17
Made/Created
Date made
1961-1962
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1982.24.95
Description
Membership pin shaped like a 5-point star within a crescent moon. The moon is molded along its entirety with circles. Each point of the star is enameled with a different color (white, green, red, blue, and yellow) with a black enameled center. The center has the letters "FATAL" ["Fairest Among Those Altogether Lovely"].
Context
Owned by Lemira Barrett Goodhue of Burlington, Vermont, as a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Acquisition
Accession
1982.24
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Enamel
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Goodhue, Lemira Barrett (1849-1929), Order of the Eastern Star
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1936.4.1u
Description
Bronze bar pin with decorative scrollwork at the top and bottom and the inscription, "WASHINGTON 1892".
Context
Worn to the 1892 Women's Relief Corps Convention by Mrs. Baker, president of the GAR Brooks Post Dept. 18 in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1936.4
Made/Created
Manufacturer
King & Eisele
Date made
1892
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Women's Relief Corps
Related Places
,
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
1936.4.1x
Description
Gold-plated bar pin with the inscription, "W. R. C. MASS." and the date 1879 in a central shield.
Context
Worn to the 1879 Women's Relief Corps Convention by Mrs. Baker, president of the GAR Brooks Post Dept. 18 in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1936.4
Made/Created
Manufacturer
King & Eisele
Date made
1879
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Women's Relief Corps
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
2006.17.4
Description
Silver metal pin in the shape of a bow and arrows over a circle with the words, "YEOMAN C.A.A." The pin was originally attached to a black piece of paperboard with the inscription, "Camp Archery Assn. of the United States Yeoman".
Context
Awarded to Robert Grumbacher at Camp Maple Knolls in Northfield, Vermont, 1962
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.17
Made/Created
Date made
1962
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
2006.17.5
Description
Bronze metal pin in the shape of a bow and arrows over a circle with the words, "JR. YEOMAN C.A.A." The pin was originally attached to a yellow piece of paperboard with the inscription, "Camp Archery Assn. of the United States Jr. Yeoman".
Context
Awarded to Robert Grumbacher at Camp Maple Knolls in Northfield, Vermont, 1961
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Camp Maple Knolls for Boys was located in Northfield, Vermont, from 1953 until 1963.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.17
Made/Created
Date made
1961
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Camp Maple Knolls
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Membership Pin
Name/Title
Membership Pin
Entry/Object ID
2003.56.1d
Description
Triangular pin with blue enamel. The initials "WO HE LO" ring the edge, and the center has an emblem shaped like an anchor.
Context
Owned by Charlotte B. Irwin as a member of the Camp Fire Girls.
Acquisition
Accession
2003.56
Made/Created
Date made
1935
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Irwin, Charlotte Bertha (1922-2003), Camp Fire
Web Links and URLs
Membership Ribbon
Name/Title
Membership Ribbon
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.3a
Description
Membership ribbon consisting of a bar, ribbon, and medallion. The ribbon is printed to look like the United States flag. The round medallion is printed with two crossed long guns with attached bayonets and the inscription, "CAMP COL. WEBB", on the top; the numbers 18, 1, and 96 between the guns; and the inscription, "VT. BURLINGTON AUG. 17-22" at the bottom.
Context
Camp Col. Webb was named for William Seward Webb, the inspector general of the Vermont militia.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Date made
1896
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Fabric
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Vermont National Guard
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Entry/Object ID
2007.46.23
Description
This small easel mirror consists of a gold metal easel that has a rectangular mirror attached to a middle bar. The mirror is adorned with an ornate frame that features a fleur-de-lis decoration at the top. Additionally, the back of the mirror boasts a very ornate design.
Acquisition
Accession
2007.46
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Mirror
Name/Title
Mirror
Entry/Object ID
1979.12
Description
Round advertising hand mirror with metal back, similar in appearance to a pin button. The back reads, "We Want the Business of the Person on the Other Side / GILPIN PRINTING CO. / Printers of Everything RICHFORD, VT."
Context
Distributed by Gilpin Printing Company in Richford, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1979.12
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1920
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Gilpin Printing Company
Related Places
Place
Town
Richford
County
Franklin County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Money Clip
Name/Title
Money Clip
Entry/Object ID
1998.32.2
Description
Gold-toned metal money clip with the logo for Vermont's celebration of the United States Bicentennial at the center. The logo consists of the letters VT in green and the number 2 in blue formed around the T.
Context
Used by Richard Lloyd Cleveland, manager of the Bicentennial Bandwagon, a recreational vehicle donated by the Ethan Allen Furniture Company to tour Vermont. The Bandwagon was driven all over the state to local celebrations, county fairs, and schools. It contained exhibits, print material, and portable office quarters.
Acquisition
Accession
1998.32
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Cleveland, Richard Lloyd (b. 1947)
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Mourning Ring
Name/Title
Mourning Ring
Entry/Object ID
1966.50.1
Description
Mourning ring woven from human hair. The rings is created from a loop of woven hair threaded through a metal bracket, making the size adjustable.
Context
Worn by Ellen Louisa Bryant Mathews. Made from the hair of her first husband.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.50
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Mug
Name/Title
Mug
Entry/Object ID
1922.12
Description
Pewter mug with applied handle. Horizontal stripes are worked around the mug, and the rim is flared and wavy.
Acquisition
Accession
1922.12
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Mug
Name/Title
Mug
Entry/Object ID
1959.37.49
Description
Copper mug. The mug is formed from sheet metal and has an attached ear-shaped handle.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.37
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Copper
Nameplate
Name/Title
Nameplate
Entry/Object ID
1943.16
Description
Metal plate with beveled edges. The plate is engraved with a border of scrollwork around a central country scene. The center top is engraved with the name "E. Allen" within a banner. Carriage plate.
Acquisition
Accession
1943.16
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Allen, Ethan (1738-1789)
Napkin Holder
Name/Title
Napkin Holder
Entry/Object ID
2012.4.4
Description
Black-painted metal napkin holder in the shape of a basket. The holder is stenciled in shades of yellow and green with a floral pattern on the exterior sides of the basket and along the upper side of the handle.
Context
Made by Susie Cleveland in Northfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2012.4
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Cleveland, Susie Boyce Ditty Fiske (1894-1982)
Date made
1940-1960
Time Period
20th Century
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Napkin Ring
Name/Title
Napkin Ring
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.939
Description
Silver napkin ring engraved within a cartouche with the name, "Harold".
Context
Owned by Harold G. Rugg
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
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Dimensions
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rugg, Harold Goddard (1883-1957)
Napkin Ring
Name/Title
Napkin Ring
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.940
Description
Round, silver napkin ring. The edges are engraved with a repeating patter of interlocking rings. The center is engraved, "D. F. Rugg".
Context
Owned by David Fletcher Rugg in Harland, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Time Period
19th Century
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rugg, David Fletcher (1852-1900)
Related Places
Place
Town
Hartland
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
1968.44.2
Description
Necklace consisting of a metal chain, decoratively woven rope made of human hair, and 3 pendants made of human hair. The pendants are in the shape of an anchor, a cross, and a heart. All the hair appears to be from the same person.
Acquisition
Accession
1968.44
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Materials
Material
Hair, Metal
Relationships
Related Places
Place
Town
Hartford
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
2014.60.695
Description
Necklace consisting of a gold-plated chain and round, bronze medallion pendant. The medallion is molded on one side with a silhouette of the map of the Vermont. The inscription, "BARRE CITY * BARRE TOWN 1776-1976" rings the edge. The inscriptions, "TODAY IS HISTORY TOMORROW" and "CHARTERED BARRE IN 1780", flank the map in the center. The other side of the medallion is molded with an image of a church, a crane lifting a granite block, and the date 1976. The inscription, "BARRE 200 YEARS VERMONT / AMERICAN REVOLUTION BICENTENNIAL", rings the edge. The medallion is encircled by a gold-plated wire wreath.
Context
Produced for the celebration of the 200th anniversary of the American Revolutionary War.
Acquisition
Accession
2014.60
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Ginen, Rachel
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
1982.22.2
Description
Necklace consisting of a brass chain with stamped brass pendants. Three pendants are attached, forming the bottom of the chain, while a large pendant hangs from the center. Each pendant is tamped into a shape of daisies, and each daisy has a cut glass center.
Context
Owned by Eva Boutilier Maxham in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1982.22
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Materials
Material
Brass, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maxham, Eva A. Boutilier (1881-1967)
Related Places
Place
Town
Windsor
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
1982.22.3
Description
Silver-toned metal necklace consisting of a short chain with six half-circle-shaped stamped metal wedges. Each wedge is stamped with an art nouveau or art deco arch design.
Context
Owned by Eva Boutilier Maxham in Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1982.22
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maxham, Eva A. Boutilier (1881-1967)
Related Places
Place
Town
Windsor
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
1982.22.4
Description
Brass necklace consisting of a chain and long brass pendant beads. The beads are each shaped similarly to a baseball bat.
Context
Owned by Eva Boutilier Maxham of Windsor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1982.22
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Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Maxham, Eva A. Boutilier (1881-1967)
Related Places
Place
Town
Windsor
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Necklace
Name/Title
Necklace
Entry/Object ID
2011.39.1
Description
Gold chain necklace with a pendant in the shape of an oil lamp (a "lamp of learning") with the number 56 at the bottom.
Context
Owned by Jane Burnett Chadderdon to commemorate being a part of the 1956 graduating class of Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2011.39
Made/Created
Date made
1956
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Spaulding High School, Chadderdon, Jane Burnett (b. 1939)
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Nosegay Holder
Name/Title
Nosegay Holder
Entry/Object ID
1954.24.4
Description
Nosegay holder consisting of a handle and cup. The handle flares toward the end before closing to a point. The cup has straight sides formed from looped wires, embellished with molded grapes and grape leaves. There is a small chain around the handle that terminates in a metal loop.
Use
Used to hold small bouquets of flowers (nosegays)
Context
Used by a member of the Dewey family in Montpelier, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1954.24
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Materials
Material
Metal
Occupational Pin
Name/Title
Occupational Pin
Entry/Object ID
1997.16
Description
Round brass pin with blue enameled central portion. Around perimeter: "LICENSED CHAUFFEUR VERMONT 1913." Number (also in blue) is "115."
Context
Vermont Chauffeur badges were used for licensed drivers from 1919-1927.
Acquisition
Accession
1997.16
Made/Created
Manufacturer
The Whitehead & Hoag Co.
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Brass
Occupational Pin
Name/Title
Occupational Pin
Entry/Object ID
2021.5.12
Description
Rectangular black enameled pin with the inscription, "CV".
Context
Owned by Conrad LeCompte as an employee of the Central Vermont Railway.
Acquisition
Accession
2021.5
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Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
LeCompte, Conrad Armand (1907-2003), Central Vermont Railway
Occupational Pin
Name/Title
Occupational Pin
Entry/Object ID
2013.29.6
Description
Triangular post-backed pin with the enameled initials "B.R.T." in gold on green ground. There is a stamp-molded gold braided border. There is a 1/2" threaded post on the back as well as the nut - the post gets placed in a small hole on the hat with the nut holding it on. There is a tiny (1/8") straight pin at the lower back edge that keeps it from spinning around.
Context
Uniform pin worn on the hats of Burlington Rapid Transit drivers. The Burlington Rapid Transit company was founded in 1926. It sold to Burlington Traction Company in 1929 and ceased operation in 1973.
Acquisition
Accession
2013.29
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1960-circa 1970
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Enamel, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Burlington Rapid Transit
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Ornamental Comb
Name/Title
Ornamental Comb
Entry/Object ID
1960.182.3
Description
Metal comb with narrow brass colored top. Twenty tines.
Context
Owned by Lucy Barnes Goodwin of Chelsea, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.182
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Goodwin, Lucy Stratton Barnes (1811-1892)
Related Places
Place
Town
Chelsea
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Padlock
Name/Title
Padlock
Entry/Object ID
1924.6ab
Description
Padlock and key. The large lock consists of a U-shaped body and thick U-shaped hook that secures into the body with an internal mechanism. The front has a large keyhole with a post in the center. The key has an oval on one end, and a skeleton-style key head on the other. The bottom the key post is hollow.
Context
Used on the first Vermont State Prison, 1809
Acquisition
Accession
1924.6
Made/Created
Date made
1809
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (lock)
Materials
Material
Metal
Pail
Name/Title
Pail
Entry/Object ID
1993.18.4
Description
Tin pail. The pail has straight, flared sides from a narrow, round base. The handle is heavy-gauge wire with a turned wooden grip at the center. The handle is attached to the pail through metal eyelets at the rim.
Context
Used by Henry W. Spafford of Montpelier, Vermont, during the Civil War.
Acquisition
Accession
1993.18
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Spafford, Henry W. (1840-1911)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Paperweight
Name/Title
Paperweight
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.144
Description
Ornate brass clog with turned up pointed toe.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
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Dimensions
Materials
Material
Brass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Pendant
Name/Title
Pendant
Entry/Object ID
1967.113.23
Description
Oval jewelry pendant frame containing a photograph of a man and a woman. The man has bobbed hair and is wearing a dark suit jacket, plaid vest, white shirt, and dark tie. The woman has her hair held with a decorative come and is wearing a dark dress with a white neckerchief. There is a clear piece of glass over the photograph. There is a round bead on the top of the pendant for hanging it from a chain; the image is inserted into the frame sideways.
Context
Shows Amos P. Waterman and Olive Hovey Waterman of Waterford, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1967.113
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Waterman, Amos Palmer (1811-1882), Waterman, Olive Hovey Freeman (1823-1907)
Related Places
Place
Town
Waterford
County
Caledonia County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pendant
Name/Title
Pendant
Entry/Object ID
1948.11.3p
Description
Green, lantern-shaped metal pendant or charm. It consists of a round base, pierced sides, and a domed top with an eye ring at the center. There is a short length of green silk ribbon attached through the eye ring.
Context
Owned by John H. Hurley of Northfield, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1948.11
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Hurley, John Henry (1836-1909), 7th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
Place
Town
Northfield
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Event
Civil War
Pendant
Name/Title
Pendant
Entry/Object ID
1982.24.96
Description
Gold jewelry pendant in the shape of a Latin cross. The central intersection has a drill indent with a diamond held by prongs in the center. There is a round eye ring at the center top.
Context
Owned by Lemira Barrett Goodhue of Burlington, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1982.24
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Gold, Diamond
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Goodhue, Lemira Barrett (1849-1929)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pendant
Name/Title
Pendant
Entry/Object ID
1977.50.11
Description
Round, enameled pendant. The face is enameled with a white ground and printed with the words, "U.S.-VERMONT BICENTENNIAL." along with the logo of Vermont's bicentennial commission, which consists of the letters VT in green and the number 2 in light blue.
Context
Produced for Vermont's participation in the United States Bicentennial celebration.
Acquisition
Accession
1977.50
Made/Created
Date made
1976
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Event
US Bicentennial Celebration
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.4
Description
Round metal pin with white words over a red ground. The words, "REAL GAINS-NEW PROGRESS/FOR NEW ENGLAND PHONE WORKERS" circles the edge and "VOTE UAW" is in the center over an illustration of two orbits in black.
Context
Produced for the initial unionizing effort for New England Phone Workers to promote them joining the UAW, United Auto Workers.
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2c
Description
Small gold-toned pin in the shape of a heart with an enameled United States flag in the center.
Context
Owned by Edward H. Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2o
Description
Gold-toned stamped metal pin in the shape of a bust of Admiral George Dewey. There is a long stick pin attached to the back, extending downward.
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2a
Description
Metal pin in the shape of a waving flag. The pin has a paper sticker on the front that is printed to look like the United States flag. A hinge on the flagpole allows the flag to fold open to reveal the inscription, "To Hell with Spain, Remember the Maine".
Context
Owned by Edward Prouty of Underhill, Vermont. At the time of his death, Prouty was the last living officer of the Spanish-American War in Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
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Relationships
Related Events
Event
Spanish-American War
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2j
Description
Gold stickpin topped with a spread eagle and with a small round medallion. The front of the medallion is molded with a bust of Admiral Dewey with the label, "ADMIRAL DEWEY". The back of the medallion shows a warship with the label, "FLAG SHIP OLYMPIA".
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2005.23.2
Description
Two-piece pin consisting of the initials SHS and the number 43 connect by a short chain. The two parts are each backed with a hinged pin.
Context
Owned by Theresa Marie Camire Averill to commemorate her 1943 graduation from Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2005.23
Made/Created
Date made
1943
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Averill, Theresa Marie Camire (1926-2019), Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2e
Description
Gold stickpin topped with a blue-enameled flag with four white stars and the word "DEWEY". A long pin extends downward from the back.
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1954.15.2b
Description
Stamped metal pin in the shape of a bust of Admiral George Dewey with two painted flags and the inscription "DEWEY". There is a long stick pin attached to the back, extending downward.
Context
Admiral George Dewey, of Montpelier, Vermont, was a celebrated war hero during the Spanish-American War. This was owned by his brother, Charles Dewey.
Acquisition
Accession
1954.15
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Dewey, George (1837-1917), Dewey, Charles (1828-1905)
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2f
Description
Stickpin showing crossed United States and Cuban flags. The flags are enameled red, white, and blue.
Context
Owned by Edward Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Event
Spanish-American War
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.31
Description
Square, black pin with gold trimming and hair in the center.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.32
Description
Diamond shape pin, braided hair enclosed in glass case surrounded by black stones. Six stones missing.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.33
Description
Copper pin with braided hair enclosed in glass.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Copper, Hair, Glass
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.56
Description
Oval pin with a glass cover containing a loose lock of hair. The pin back is missing.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Glass, Hair
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1965.46.2
Description
Gold pin in the shape of a banner with the word "Baby" in black lettering.
Context
Owned by Merinda Nelson Bill in West Topsham, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1965.46
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bill, Merinda Nelson (1813-1901)
Related Places
Place
Town
Topsham
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2g
Description
Stickpin with a small molded and enameled United States flag at the top.
Context
Owned by Edward Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.3p
Description
Gold-toned stickpin topped with a spread eagle and with a small round medallion. The medallion is molded with the image of a warship and the inscription, "REMEMBER THE MAINE".
Context
Owned by Edward Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Spanish-American War, Dewey Day
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1964.63.43a-zz
Description
Fifty-two identical metal pins featuring a crown, two overlapping hearts and a fleur d lis in the center. There is a pin on the back.
Context
Given to the people of Vermont from the people of France as part of the Merci Train after World War II.
Acquisition
Accession
1964.63
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Merci Train
Related Places
Place
Country
France
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.2h
Description
Gold stickpin topped with a spread eagle and with a small heart-shaped medallion. The medallion is molded with a United States flag and enameled in red, white, and blue.
Context
Owned by Edward Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.8
Description
Small metal pin in the shape of a man with lightning bolts for a body [Reddy Kilowatt]. His head is round with electrical sockets for ears and a lightbulb for a nose.
Use
Scatter pins are small pins that usually worn in groups of 3-5 on a shirt.
Context
Reddy Kilowatt is a cartoon character that acted as sorporate spokesman for electricity in the USA from 1926 to 1998.
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
1946-1976
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.9
Description
Round metal pin with gold-colored background and the inscription "Sharing a/Vison of/Justice/50 YEARS/UUSC" and an old version of the UUSC logo in red.
Context
UUSC is the Unitarian Universalist Service Committee.
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
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Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.37
Description
Black polished plastic pin.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Plastic
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1963.44.38
Description
Polished black glass pin painted with a design of pink roses.
Acquisition
Accession
1963.44
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Glass
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2015.42.3
Description
Two-piece pin consisting of the initials SHS and the number 48 connect by a short chain. The two parts are each backed with a hinged pin.
Context
Owned by Lillian Poulin Perras to commemorate being a part of the 1948 graduating class of Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2015.42
Made/Created
Date made
1948
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Perras, Lillian Poulin (1930-2014), Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1960.81.3b
Description
Small, punched metal pin in the shape of a 6-pointed star. At the center is a printed paper medallion showing a yellowface caricature of an man wearing a small red hat and holding a curved sword. The word "CAPTAIN" is above him.
Context
Owned by Edward H. Prouty of Underhill, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1960.81
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Paper
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2011.39.2
Description
Two-piece pin consisting of the initials SHS and the number 56 connect by a short chain. The two parts are each backed with a hinged pin.
Context
Owned by Jane Burnett Chadderdon to commemorate being a part of the 1956 graduating class of Spaulding High School in Barre, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2011.39
Made/Created
Date made
1956
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Chadderdon, Jane Burnett (b. 1939), Spaulding High School
Related Places
Place
City
Barre City
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.10
Description
White, round metal pin with the inscription, "Vote/Independent", around the edge and "IBTW" in the center. An illegible oval logo is printed toward the bottom, along with the number 36.
Context
International Brotherhood of Telephone Workers (IBTW) was a labor union for employees of the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company. In 1969-70, members voted to be represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1950-1970
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.1567
Description
Round pin engraved with the monogram, "J.A.H." surrounded by a sprigged border. The pin is made from an 1854 seated Liberty quarter, visible on the back. The back has a hinged pin that is caught by a simple C-closure.
Context
Owned by Julia Augusta Hager Rugg in Cavendish, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Date made
1854
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rugg, Julia Augusta Goddard Hager (1853-1923)
Related Places
Place
Village
Proctorsville
Town
Cavendish
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pin
Name/Title
Pin
Entry/Object ID
2020.8.11
Description
Round metal pin designating the wearer and essential transportation worker. The top half of the ground is red while the bottom is blue. The white inscription, "ESSENTIAL TRANSPORTATION/WORKER/KEEP 'EM/ROLLING", encircles the edge of the pin. The sections of the inscription are separated by small silhouettes of a truck, a bus, and a car. At the center is a white shield surmounted by an eagle head and the black inscription, "OFFICIALLY APPROVED/ODT/OFFICE OF DEFENCE TRANSPORTATION".
Context
The ODT was a temporary government agency during and immediately following WWII with the goal of coordinating all domestic transport.
Acquisition
Accession
2020.8
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1940-circa 1948
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Events
Event
World War II
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
1958.1.674a
Description
Unframed pince-nez eyeglasses with oval lenses. The lenses are connected by a metal bridge with the mark, "GLOBE". There is a chain attached to the proper right lens that terminates in a V-shaped pin.
Context
Owned by Julia Hager Rugg in Proctorsville, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1958.1
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Globe
Date made
circa 1900
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rugg, Julia Augusta Goddard Hager (1853-1923)
Related Places
Place
Village
Proctorsville
Town
Cavendish
County
Windsor County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
1966.28.15
Description
Pince-nez eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. There is a circular handle on both outer edges (one now missing). They are accompanied by a black leather sheath-style leather case.
Acquisition
Accession
1966.28
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Leather
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
1996.49.16a
Description
Eyeglasses consisting of 2 oval rimless lenses connected by a nose bridge. The bridge has attached pads that clamp onto the wearer's nose, holding the glasses in place. One lens has an attached chain with a hairpin at the other end.
Context
Worn by Mrs. C. C. Fuller. Sold to her by Dr. Gilbert Rist of Burlington, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1996.49
Made/Created
Date made
1900
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rist, Gilbert (1870-1963)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
1967.89.2a-b
Description
Pince-nez eyeglasses with blue-tinted oval lenses. There is a circular handle on both outer edges (one now missing). They are accompanied by a curved sheath-style leather case embossed with the label, "CHAS. KEENE, JEWELER & OPTICIAN WATERBURY, VT."
Context
Sold by Charles Keene in Waterbury, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1967.89
Lexicon
Dimensions
Materials
Material
Glass, Metal, Leather
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Keene, Charles (1846-1915)
Related Places
Place
Town
Waterbury
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
2006.43.2a-b
Description
Pince-nez eyeglasses with clear oval lenses. There is a circular handle on one outer edge. They are accompanied by clamshell-style leather case embossed with the label, "GILBERT RIST, M.D. 53 CHURCH ST. BURLINGTON, VT", and lined with purple velvet.
Context
Sold by Gilbert Rist of Burlington, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.43
Made/Created
Date made
1907
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Glass, Gold, Leather, Silk
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Rist, Gilbert (1870-1963)
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pince-Nez
Name/Title
Pince-Nez
Entry/Object ID
1965.57.2a-b
Description
Metal framed pince-nez glasses with clear oval lenses. The nose clasp is cushioned with cork. They are accompanied by a black leather case embossed with an illustration of an eyeball surrounding the label, "DR. HICKS OPTICAL CO. 137 CENTRAL ST. LOWELL, MASS."
Acquisition
Accession
1965.57
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Dr. Hicks Optical Company
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall (case)
Materials
Material
Metal, Glass, Leather
Pitch Pipe
Name/Title
Pitch Pipe
Entry/Object ID
2010.30.22
Description
Wood and metal pitch pipe, similar in appearance to a harmonica. The top of the instrument is labeled, "M. HOHNER'S No P4 (Vocal, Old Style) "Trutone" Pitch Pipe THE WORLD'S BEST! MADE IN GERMANY". One edge of the instrument has four square holes grouped in pairs. The other edge has six square holes grouped in pairs. The bottom of the instrument labels each hole with the note is creates.
Context
Used by Clara Riford while teaching singing in a "rural school" in Orange County, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2010.30
Made/Created
Manufacturer
Hohner, Inc.
Date made
1927
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Wood, Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Riford, Clara E (1907-1988)
Related Places
Place
County
Orange County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Pitcher
Name/Title
Pitcher
Entry/Object ID
1949.18
Description
Large, ornate silver pitcher chased and engraved all over with oak leaves and acorns. The pouring spout is edged with a branch, and the high handle is in the shape of a vine-covered branch. The center front is engraved, "From the Ladies of Carlisle Pa. A Tribute of Gratitude to Brig Genl W.F. Smith for his noble defense of their homes on the night of the 1st of July, 1863."
Context
Presented to Brigadier General William Farrar Smith of Saint Albans, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
1949.18
Made/Created
Manufacturer
J. E. Caldwell & Co.
Date made
1863
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Silver
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
3rd Vermont Infantry, Smith, William Farrar (1824-1903)
Related Places
Place
City
Carlisle
State/Province
Pennsylvania
Country
United States of America
Continent
Related Events
Battle of Gettysburg, Civil War
Pitcher
Name/Title
Pitcher
Entry/Object ID
1959.37.43
Description
Pewter pitcher with a round, hinged lid, Above the hinge is an ornament consisting of two acorns. The body of the pitcher is vasiform, with a longer neck than stomach.
Acquisition
Accession
1959.37
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Plaque
Name/Title
Plaque
Entry/Object ID
2006.8
Description
Large bronze plaque with the label, "KINSTEAD / THE SHELTER HOME OF THE BOARD OF CHARITIES AND PROBATION OPENED APRIL 8, 1922 FOR THE RECEPTION OF THE CHILDREN COMMITTED TO ITS CARE BY THE COURTS OF THE STATE." It goes on to list the members of the board and the several fraternal organizations that donated money to build and run the site.
Context
Kinstead was an institution for housing mentally handicapped children in Montpelier, Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
2006.8
Made/Created
Date made
1922
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Bronze
Relationships
Related Places
Place
City
Montpelier
County
Washington County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Plaque
Name/Title
Plaque
Entry/Object ID
2013.32.8
Description
Embossed copper plaque shaped with an image of the front elevation of a neoclassical house with columns and central dome. The image is labeled, "MONTICELLO", and signed, "N.M.Eckley". The plaque is mounted onto a rectangular wooden base with copper brads.
Artwork Details
Medium
Copper
Acquisition
Accession
2013.32
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Eckley, Nina Marion (1900-1989)
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Plaque
Name/Title
Plaque
Entry/Object ID
2013.32.9
Description
Embossed copper plaque formed into the shape of an aerial map of the state of Vermont. The word, "VERMONT" is embossed into the center bottom. The plaque is attached to a rectangular wooden base with small copper brads.
Artwork Details
Context
Made by Nina Marion Eckley of Proctor, Vermont
Acquisition
Accession
2013.32
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Eckley, Nina Marion (1900-1989)
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Plaque
Name/Title
Plaque
Entry/Object ID
2021.26.1
Description
Small metal plaque with the inscription, "THE BALDWIN / BURLINGTON, VT". To the right of the inscription is a six-pointed star containing the words, "DRY AIR". There are small holes on either end of the plaque for mounting.
Context
Label for The Baldwin of Burlington, VT. Removed from an ice box.
Acquisition
Accession
2021.26
Made/Created
Lexicon
Materials
Material
Metal
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
The Baldwin Manufacturing Company
Related Places
Place
City
Burlington
County
Chittenden County
State/Province
Vermont
Country
United States of America
Continent
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1959.51.1b
Description
Round pewter plate with a raised rim. The bottom is marked by Thomas Danforth.
Context
Owned by a member of the Norton family
Acquisition
Accession
1959.51
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Danforth, Thomas (1708-1786)
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1959.51.1c
Description
Round pewter plate with a raised rim. The bottom is marked with a lion and the initials "T. D."
Context
Owned by a member of the Norton family
Acquisition
Accession
1959.51
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Pewter
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1907.2.1
Description
Large tin plate with a molded rim and a large hole near the edge, spanning the width of the rim. The hole appears to have been punched from the front to the back.
Context
This plate was in the haversack of Cpl. Joseph W. Hitchcock of Co. G., 13th Vermont Volunteers. On the last day of the Battle of Gettysburg (July 3, 1863), he was shot in the leg through the plate. The bullet remained in his leg for nearly four years. When it finally came near the surface, he removed it himself with a jack-knife.
Acquisition
Accession
1907.2
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1860
Lexicon
Dimensions
Dimension Description
Overall
Materials
Material
Tin
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Hitchcock, Joseph, 13th Vermont Infantry
Related Places
Place
City
Gettysburg
State/Province
Pennsylvania
Country
United States of America
Continent
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Battle of Gettysburg, Civil War
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1919.4.8
Description
Large pewter plate. The rim is incised with a narrow line all the way around the edge.
Context
Carried by John Eddy from East Calais to Walden, ca. 1800
Acquisition
Accession
1919.4
Made/Created
Date made
1800
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Eddy, John
Related Places
,
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1931.7.2
Description
Large pewter plate or platter. The rim is incised with a narrow line all the way around the edge.
Context
Used by Sally Bowles (1799-1886) of Marshfield, Vermont around 1825
Acquisition
Accession
1931.7
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1825
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Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Pewter
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Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bowles, Sally (1799-1886)
Related Places
,
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1940.7
Description
Round pewter plate with raised rim. The plate bears the touchmark of Samuel Ellis.
Context
Said to have been used to serve food to Ethan Allen in Northern Vermont.
Acquisition
Accession
1940.7
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Ellis, Samuel
Date made
1721-1765
Time Period
18th Century
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Dimension Description
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Material
Pewter
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Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Allen, Ethan (1738-1789)
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.36
Description
Large pewter plate with a deep center well and a chip on one edge. The reverse is stamped with the mark of Thomas Danforth, and the name, "CLARA BARTLETT" is scratched into the bottom.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Danforth, Thomas (1708-1786)
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Dimensions
Dimension Description
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Bartlett, Clara
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.37
Description
Large pewter plate with deep center well. The bottom is marked "Made in London" and "Shoreditch, London".
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
Made/Created
Date made
circa 1783
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Plate
Name/Title
Plate
Entry/Object ID
1955.11.38
Description
Pewter plate with no rim. The reverse is marked with three shields, similar to those used by the Danforths. The first has a lion rampant, the second has a classical figure, and the third is illegible.
Acquisition
Accession
1955.11
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Materials
Material
Pewter
Plate
Name/Title
Plate