Collection Highlights
Minaret Turkish Cigarettes
Date:
Object Number:
PR.031.111.AMER.MIN
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Chevron
Object Number:
INV.7480
Date:
1940-1946
Medium:
Wool, silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/4 x 2 7/8 x 1/8 in. ( 10.8 x 7.3 x 0.3 cm )
Description:
Three gold silk chevrons sewn onto black felt background; at bottom is a curved gold bar that connects with the third chevron.
Gallery Label:
This chevron was worn on the left jacket sleeve of an Army staff sergeant during World War II.
Credit Line:
Gift of Frank L. Jackson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
