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1938

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Watch Key (USA), late 19th century

This is a Watch key. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1938. Its medium is gold, topaz. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Norvin Hewitt Green. It is credited Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 3 x 1 cm (1 3/16 x 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Watch Key (USA), late 19th century; gold, topaz; H x diam.: 3 x 1 cm (1 3/16 x 3/8 in.); Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green; 1938-58-801

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