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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
Subjects:
Watches, Watch making
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