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Irish-American Boxing Trophy Belt

Object Details

Description (Brief)
Embroidered nineteenth century boxing belt featuring both Irish and American iconography. Figures include two bare-knuckled pugilists, as well as shamrocks, harps, U.S. and Irish flags, and two builidings.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
date made
1850 - 1900
Physical Description
leather; textile; steel (overall material)
embroidery (overall production method/technique)
Measurements
overall: 4 3/4 in x 36 in x 3/4 in; 12.065 cm x 91.44 cm x 1.905 cm
Object Name
belt, boxing

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  • Irish American History and Heritage
Irish-American Boxing Trophy Belt
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