2000.0058.002 Die

Tool (for metals) (Die)

  • Title:

    Staff Eagle Device

  • Category:

    Tools

  • Creator (Role):

    American Emblem Company (Attributed Maker)

  • Place of Origin:

    United States, North America

  • Date:

    1870-1963

  • Materials:

    Iron; Steel

  • Techniques:

    Cast, Die-sinking

  • Museum Object Number:

    2000.0058.002


  • Complete Details



Object Number

2000.0058.002

Object Name

Tool (for metals) (Die)

Title

Staff Eagle Device

Category

Tools

Credit Line/Donor

Gift of Buol Hinman

Creator (Role)

American Emblem Company (Attributed Maker)

Place of Origin

United States, North America

Date

1870-1963

Subjects

American eagle; Military; Insignia

Materials

Iron; Steel

Techniques

Cast, Die-sinking

Dimensions (inches)

1.772 (H) , 2.008 (Diam)

Dimensions (centimeters)

4.5 (H) , 5.1 (Diam)

Object Description

Web - 04/06/2023

This circular die is was created to stamp up a planchet or section of metal with an impression of the Great Seal United States, a design first adopted in 1782. The die's surface steps downward from the engraved central image in order to produce a stamped metal sheet with the seal in low relief. For military use, this design is often classified as the Staff Eagle Device and appears in use for insignia such as buttons and badges.