MATCH CONTAINER, pocket
CH1984.151
Match container made of silver, hallmarked 1913. Hinged lid, striking surface on base. Portable pocket match container, concave on one side, flat on the other. Ring attachment for watch chain. Engraved with scroll pattern in a shield the words 'Mizpah G.H.(F/J?)' engraved.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | CH1984.151 |
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| Accession Date: | 6 Apr 1984 |
Material
| Silver/Metal | Wax matches with phosphorus heads. | 0 - Whole |
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| Iron/Metal | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
| length | 47mm |
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| width | 37mm |
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| depth | 0.7cm |
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