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Object Name
Award - Silver Beaver
Object Number
2016-59-5 a-c
Description
Silver Beaver Award from Boy Scouts of America, awarded to Robert H. Boyd. A - Silver Beaver Award and ribbon. Small, silver-colored metal figure in the shape of a beaver, attached to neck-length ribbon. Ribbon is two-toned, with a white stripe running between light blue stripes. Beaver is 1.25" long and 0.75" high; ribbon is 1.375" wide and 15" long. B - Box for Silver Beaver Award. White, pinstriped cardboard box with blue velvet insert. Rectangular box, hinged lid. 3" wide x 5" long x 1.125" high. C - Pamphlet, "How to Wear Scouting's Distinguished Service Awards," published by Boy Scouts of America. Six-page pamphlet that diagrams how to wear the award at different occasions.
Provenance
Removed from shadowbox created to commemorate Margery Boyd's life and work. Awarded to her father.
Date Made
c.1950
Dimensions
See description
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