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Paper, Watch

Object Name:
Paper, Watch
Object ID:
2012.014.19
Place of Origin:
Portsmouth, NH
Date:
1835-1893
Description:
Watch paper, advertising work of Henry H. Ham (1814-1893), Portsmouth, NH, 1835-1893. Black printing on circular yellow paper: "Henry H. Ham, / WATCH MAKER. / No. 2 / Exchange Buildings. / Court St. / PORTSMOUTH". Black printed decorative border with concentric circles. Slits cut in edge at regular intervals.
Material:
Paper
Dimensions:
Dia-1.9 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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