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Christopher Columbus Matchsafe
This is a matchsafe. It is dated patented 1892 and we acquired it in 1978. Its medium is plated brass. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.
This object was
donated by
Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
It is credited Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener.
Its dimensions are
6.6 x 4.6 x 2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 13/16 x 13/16 in. )
It has the following markings
No marks
Cite this object as
Christopher Columbus Matchsafe; USA; plated brass; 6.6 x 4.6 x 2 cm (2 5/8 x 1 13/16 x 13/16 in. ); Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener; 1978-146-261
