Badge
1866
Place madeUnited States, North America
Metal, textile
Overall: 4 1/8 x 1 1/8 in. ( 10.5 x 2.9 cm )
Gift of Mrs. H.L. Vasbinder
INV.4170
This badge is the G.A.R. badge of Amos C. Pennie, member of Co. B. 7th NY Volunteer Artillery.
DescriptionMetal badge suspended from bar with pin-back; upper bar in the shape of an eagle holding two crossed cannons and cannon balls; 5 point star depicts image of a woman, soldier, children and two American flags; inscribed "GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC/1861 VETERAN 1866"; reverse depicts various symbols and an American shield at center; bar and medal connected by a red, white and blue silk ribbon; inscribed "AMERICA FOR/ALBANY/NY"ClassificationsLAPEL DEVICES (PIN-BACK BUTTONS & BADGES)
