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Iron

Object number2008.92.20

Manufacturer Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company (1886 - 1945)

Date1908

OriginPittsburg, PA

OriginPittsburgh, PA

MediumCast iron(?); Wood; Paint

Credit LineGift of Edward J. Reis

DescriptionCommercial electric iron with electrical cord insulated by black and gold braided string. Iron handle insulated by rounded wood. Round plug with two flat prongs.Dimensions6.687 x 3 x 11.375 in., 288 lb. (17 x 7.6 x 28.9 cm, 130.6 kg)
MarksInside left side of handle: "PATENTED / JUNE 6 1905 / JUNE 16 1908"
Inside bottom of handle: "WESTINGHOUSE ELEC. & MFG. CO / PITTSBURG, PA. U.S.A. / VOLTS108 115 WATTS 700 / STYLE 122508 SERIAL".
Label TextThe appliances developed by the Westinghouse Company also applied to commercial uses, often replacing steam-powered machines.

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