BADGE
- CATEGORY: COMMUNICATION ARTIFACTS
- MEASUREMENTS: 2 3/4"H x 4"L
- DATE MADE: 19th century
Description
Mexican military insignia. Copper emblem with cut-out center hole. Design of flaming receptacle (Grenadier's symbol), flags, and battle axes. "REPUBLICA MEXICANA" inscribed on top. Ends decorated with eagle heads facing each other. Small hole at top.
- CREDIT LINE: Hill, Mr. and Mrs. George A., Jr.