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A silver plate with a plain raised edge that features an inscription in the center of the front. The inscription reads "CHRISTMAS 1974/ THE GREAT HALL/ HOWARD SCAMMON/ READER." In the center on the back of the plate there is the logo for the Colonial Williamsburg pewter shop. Above the logo "Williamsburg" is inscribed in colonial script. Below "Williamsburg," "STIEFF PEWTER" is inscribed in block print. Below the logo the number "CW7s-16" is inscribed. The plate measures approximately 5.25in. in diameter and is in fair condition. The plate is tarnished all over. In addition, there is what appears to be a light brown wax stain on the bottom right of the front. There is also a considerable amount of brown dust on the center of the front of the plate. There are also three small brown-black spots in the center on the front to the left and a small brown spot on the top of the "9" in "1974." Finally, on the right outer bottom on the back of the plate there is an approximately 3in. scratch. Transferred from the Howard Scammon Papers. Mss. 2010.154.03

1-chromium letter opener/bookmark that has a cone shaped top and a sharp file bottom. Between the cone top and file bottom is a cutout piece in the shape of a file. Featured on the front of the cone top is an engraved depiction of a factory with a globe on top of it. Below the depiction "CHEMICAL ELEMENTS" is inscribed. In the cut out piece "CHICAGO 1934" is inscribed and "A CENTURY OF PROGRESS" is inscribed on the sharp file bottom. The back of the letter opener/ bookmark is smooth and clear of any inscription or decoration. The letter opener/bookmark was taken from Julia Augusta Grassinger's Chicago World's Fair scrapbook. The page it was featured on has "CHROMIUM PLATE/ COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY EXHIBIT" written on it in block letters. The letter opener/bookmark measures approximately 6in. and is in fair condition. It has tarnished over time and has various finger prints and scratches all over it. Transferred from the Julia Augusta Grassinger Diary. Mss. 2012.019.01

One cigar case, composed of two pieces that fit together. Given to Francis Jerdone III by President Jefferson Davis at Bloomsbury, Orange County, Virginia when Davis and Gen. Robert E. Lee were entertained there during the War of 1861. Top piece measures 2.75x5x.75 inches; bottom piece measures 2.5x5x.5 inches. Fair condition; dirty with burn marks. Image available at http://www.flickr.com/photos/scrc/2928829275/.Transferred from Box 18 of Jerdone Papers. Located in Dec Obj S2, SS1, Box 2. Mss. 39.1J47.A03

Brass and lead Union breastplate with an Eagle holding three arrows on the front. The breastplate has obtained a brown patina on its face, and the reverse side has four small solder posts, which would have formed two small loops. Breastplates such as these were worn on the strap of a soldiers ammunition box, which would cover their heart. The eagle ensignia on the front is indicative of the style issued to Union forces. 2.125" diameter. Transferred from the Civil War Collection. Image available at https://www.flickr.com/photos/scrc/5446122136/. Located in T&E S6 SS1, Box 1. Mss 39.1 C76.A10d

Red clay rectangular piece owned by J. Palin Thorley. Piece measures .25 in. (height) x .875 in. (length) x .25 in. (width). Piece is in good condition with minor chips and scratches on the surface. Gift of John Austin. Mss1996.62.A05b

One cockade badge, worn during the Civil War in support of the secession of Virginia from the Union. Many people wore cockades, ribbon badges typically worn on one's hat, in support of secession. This cockade is a double rosette of blue silk fastened with a golden button. It is 3-inch diameter and in good condition; a few frayed ends and minimal staining. Button features the Virginia seal and motto "Sic Semper Tyrannis." Image available at: http://www.flickr.com/photos/scrc/2968990393/in/set-72157601972522069/. Transferred from Box 2, Folder 8 of the Civil War Collection. Located in Textiles S1, SS1, Box 3. Mss. 39.1C76.A01