Paper, Watch
- Object Name:
- Paper, Watch
- Object ID:
- 2012.014.06
- Place of Origin:
- Exeter, NH
- Date:
- 1840-1849
- Description:
- Watch paper, advertising work of Zebedee M. Quimby (1816-1896), Exeter, NH, 1840-1849. Black printing on circular green paper: "Watches Jewelry and Fancy Goods. / Z. M. QUIMBY. / Watch Maker / / JEWELLER. / 21 Water Street / EXETER, N.H. / Silver Spoons and Spectacles". Black printed border of concentric circles. Slits cut in edge at regular intervals. Ink inscription on reverse: "11482 / 11859".
- Material:
- Paper
- Dimensions:
- Dia-2.3 inches
- Provenance:
- One of 22 watch papers acquired by Peter Sawyer as part of a larger collection at an estate auction.
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Purchase, Katharine Prentis Murphy Fund
- People:
- Quimby, Zebedee M. (1816-1896)
- Subjects:
- Watches, Watch making
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