Object Details
Maker
Unknown
Date
Early 19th century
Geography
United States
Culture
North American
Medium
metal; brass; lignum vitae
Dimensions
Overall: 3 3/4 in; x 9.525 cm
Provenance
Alexander McVicker Bruen (1803-1886) and Sarah Louisa (Jay) Buren (1819-1905); to their daughter, Alexandra Louisa (Bruen) Ide (1848-1938); to their son, John Jay Ide (1890-1998). Note: Sarah Louisa Jay Buren was the daughter of William Jay and grand-daughter of John Jay, the Chief Justice.
Inscriptions
Motto reading, "Fides scutum," (A faith a shield)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. John Jay Ide
Collection
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of State, Washington, D.C.
Accession Number
RR-1994.0009