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Badge

19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This is a silver badge made in the 19th century, in England. A target superimposed on two crossed rifles resting on an oval band, lettered "National Rifle Association, 1860." This medal has a swivel and ribbon.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Silver
Brief description
Badge, a target on two rifles. English 19th century.
Physical description
A target superimposed on two crossed rifles resting on an oval band. Swivel and ribbon.
Dimensions
  • Length: 0.937in
  • Width: 0.75in
Marks and inscriptions
"National Rifle Association, 1860"
Credit line
Given by W. Fleming, F. R. C. S. E.
Subjects depicted
Summary
This is a silver badge made in the 19th century, in England. A target superimposed on two crossed rifles resting on an oval band, lettered "National Rifle Association, 1860." This medal has a swivel and ribbon.
Bibliographic reference
List of Objects in the Art Division, South Kensington, Acquired During the Year 1877, Arranged According to the Dates of Acquisition. London : Printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode for H.M.S.O. p. 150.
Collection
Accession number
1726-1877

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Record createdNovember 19, 2008
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