Matchbox
- Object Name:
- Matchbox
- Object ID:
- 1967.016.06
- Description:
- Matchbox, steel. Rectangular with rectangular recess in top and bottom surfaces. Top fits over small lip on top edge of bottom. Two elongated dimples on top and lip that act as catch and one passes over the other. Three-knuckle hinge on back. Small diamond knurl strip across back below hinge which is striking surface. Top of box on outside appears to be used to light matches by someone striking them from front to back across recess area. Striking area on back of box has very little wear. Box might have been nickel-plated.
- Material:
- Metal
Steel - Dimensions:
- H-0.6 L-2.7 D-0.95 inches Weight-0.8 oz
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Margaret Jackman Gesen
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