Henry was 32 years old when he enlisted on 4/23/1861 at Rochester, NY as a 1st Sergeant.  On 5/14/1861, he mustered into Company C of the 13^th New York Infantry.  He served until mustering out on 5/12/1863 back in Rochester.  He was twice promoted, making 1^st Lieutenant on 1/5/1862 and Captain on 2/14/1863.  He is best known as one of the founding partners of the Bausch and Lomb eyecare and cosmetic corporation.

This badge is among those made for the Monroe County, New York Civil War Veterans Association honoring deceased members.  A small card accompanying this piece and the text along the lower border of the included photograph dates it to their 1915 annual meeting.  The pin bar is inspired by a shoulder board and features the rank of captain and a Maltese cross. A blue ribbon, free of staining and damage, suspends the drop medallion.  An image of an elderly Captain Lomb is affixed to the drop medallion and is covered by a layer of celluloid or protective film.  The surrounding border reads “MONROE CO. CIVIL WAR VETERANS ASSN. JULY 31, 1915.” with an extended border of block designs in a uniformed pattern. The reverse of the medallion is stamped “BASTION BROS CO. ROCHESTER N.Y.”  Overall measurements are 1.9” x 4”.    [cm] [ph:L]

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