Whistle
Object number2011.127.76
Manufacturer
B. & R.
Date1860-1940
OriginUnited States of America
MediumBrass, wood
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionBrass whistle with circular body and rectangular mouthpiece. Piece protruding from the back with two holes for atachment. Wooden ball inside.Dimensions1 x 0.75 x 2.125 in. (2.5 x 1.9 x 5.4 cm)InscriptionsGreen tag attached that reads: "NP0403 / 6-29-05". On back is written: "GOLDEN / WHISTE".
MarksStamped on front is: "B & R / CYCLONE / MADE IN U.S.A."
Historical NotesB. & R., a New York-based whistle manufacturer, was active from 1860s to late 1930s or 1940s. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
On View
Not on view
1923
1890
1970-2000
American Safety Table Company
