$975.00
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Description
Description: This fantastic printed certificate documents the presentation of a fire trumpet to the foreman of the Niagara Engine Company No. 6 of Schoharie, NY. On February 18th, 1875 D. B. Scott was given a parade trumpet by the members of the engine company, all of whom are listed. A tintype of Mr. Scott and of the trumpet are inset into the certificate.
Sight size: 15″ x 24 1/2″ in what appears to be its original period deep walnut frame to: 22″ x 31 1/4″. Item #AM00324
Condition: Some scattered soil, a light vertical line with faint dampstains seems to indicate that the glass was broken at some point in its past and replaced. Generally, good condition. An unusual firefighting item incorporating photography.