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Nightstick

1840-1860
Place madeNew York, United States, North America
Wood, leather
Overall: 26 x 1 3/8 in. ( 66 x 3.5 cm )
Gift of Mrs. George E. Stonebridge
1942.77
This nightstick was used by a member of the New York City Police Department.
DescriptionStraight baton style nightstick with leather strap tied through holes bored at the handle end; carved identification mark between strap.
Markingscarved: by strap at handle end: "5421"
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