File:Christopher Columbus Matchsafe, patented 1892 (CH 18494909).jpg
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editEnglish: Christopher Columbus Matchsafe, patented 1892
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English: Christopher Columbus Matchsafe, patented 1892 |
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English: In the shape of Christopher Columbus' head in profile, identical on reverse. Lid, hinged on side, flips open at bottom when button on neck is depressed, inscribed "Columbus" on one side of lid, "Pat.d. Oct.25, '92" on reverse side. Striker on bottom of lid. |
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Date | patented 1892 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Medium | plated brass | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dimensions | 6.6 x 4.6 x 2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 13/16 x 13/16 in. ) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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institution QS:P195,Q1129820 |
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Product Design and Decorative Arts |
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1978-146-261 |
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Credit line | Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Inscriptions | No marks | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Source/Photographer | Catalog Photo |
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