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Worn Shoe Sole Matchsafe

This is a Matchsafe. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1982. Its medium is silver, glass. 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

3.3 x 6.7 x 1.9 cm (1 5/16 x 2 5/8 x 3/4 in. )

It has the following markings

PAT. APP'D FOR stamped on exterior of shoe, near top.

Cite this object as

Worn Shoe Sole Matchsafe; probably USA; silver, glass; 3.3 x 6.7 x 1.9 cm (1 5/16 x 2 5/8 x 3/4 in. ); Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener; 1982-23-1183

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