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Skate, Roller

Object Name:
Skate, Roller
Object ID:
1995.525.09
Date:
circa 1860
Description:
Pair of in-line roller skates, mid 19th century. Steel frames, painted red with yellow edge. Each skate has four hard rubber wheels, all in line, each with impressed lettering, "GOODYEAR'S PATENT / 1844-1858". Leather heel and toe pieces, attached to frame with copper rivets. Leather straps.
Material:
Metal
Steel
Copper

Rubber
Leather
Dimensions:
H-2 W-2 L-8 inches
Credit Line:
New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
Subjects:
Roller skating
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