Paper, Watch
- Object Name:
- Paper, Watch
- Object ID:
- 2012.014.12
- Place of Origin:
- Manchester, NH
- Date:
- 1848-1899
- Description:
- Watch paper, advertising work of John Mooar (1820-1901), Manchester, NH, 1848-1899. Black printing on circular cream tissue paper: "JOHN MOOAR. / No. 14190 / Watch Maker, / No. 248 Elm St. / Corner of Stark St. / Manchester, N. Hampe. / WATCHES, CLOCKS, JEWELRY FOR SALE. / Watches Repaired Warranted". Image of clock face in center. Black printed decorative border of concentric circles. Ink inscription on reverse: "GHW / 1876".
- Material:
- Paper
- Dimensions:
- Dia-2 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:
- Mooar, John (1820-1901)
- Subjects:
- Watches, Watch making
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