Flask

Object number98.98.52

Datec. 1865

OriginPittsburgh, PA

Mediumglass

Credit LineGift of Port Authority of Allegheny County

DescriptionAqua glass whiskey flask. Front embossed with eleven stars in a downturned arc, below that is text with a single star to each side; beneath that is a shield with a leafed branch on either side; within the shield is a pair of clasped hands, below which is maker's mark. The reverse has an American Eagle design and below is place of origin.Dimensions9.25 x 5 in. (23.5 x 12.7 cm)
InscriptionsFront has embossed text "UNION" with a single star to each side;
MarksFront has text "L F & CO" in a cartouche.

Text "PITTSBURG PA" in cartouche below eagle design.
Historical NotesPort Authority of Allegheny County Collection. Retrieved during excavation of Gateway Center Station.

Related institution Port Authority of Allegheny County

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