Worn by
F. L. Betts
Epaulets (pair)
1850-1900
Wool, cotton, other fiber, metal
Overall: 2 1/2 x 8 x 9 3/4 in. ( 6.4 x 20.3 x 24.8 cm )
Gift of Mr. John C. Mills
1957.134ef
These epaulettes are part of a uniform worn by F. L. Betts when he served in Company D of the New York National Guard.
DescriptionPair of epaulets with black synthetic fiber shoulder knots with a button at the collar end, blue-gray wool felt ground (no insignia), twisted cotton cord fringe; reverse lined with brown oil-treated cotton.Markingsstamped: reverse of each epaulette: "F. L. BETTS / D"
ClassificationsMILITARY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: UNIFORM
