Fire Hat, "Reliance," 1786, 155-A

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1909-05-08

GUSN

GUSN-391011

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Description

The image shows a fire hat labeled with the word "Reliance" and the year "1786" on its front. The hat features a broad brim with visible stitching and a tall, cylindrical crown.

Details

Descriptive Terms

photography
hats
fire hats
gelatin dry plate negatives

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP023747
A-Series negative 155-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC022

Collection Name

Baldwin Coolidge Photographic Collection, circa 1878-1917

Date of Acquisition

1918-09-17

Reference Code

PC022.001.003.001.155-A

Record Details

Originator

Coolidge, Baldwin, 1845-1928 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives

Description Level

Item

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