Measure, Tape
Object number2012.7.42
OriginUnited States of America
MediumMetal; Aluminum(?); Plastic; Enamel
Credit LineGift of Nancy Page
DescriptionMetal retractable tape measure. The case is made of silver colored metal, possibly aluminium. The measuring tape is white with a silver cap on the end. The overall shape of the housing is square with the top edge being arched and rounded at the corners.Dimensions2 x 2 x 0.75 in. (5.1 x 5.1 x 1.9 cm)InscriptionsOn the front is the blue, white, and red Alcoa logo.
"Alcoa" is written in black beneath the logo.
Beneath the Alcoa logo is the text "Add 2 inches for inside measure" is embossed in the body.
Marks
On the reverse, the words "Made in the U.S.A." are embossed and enclosed in a cartouche.
Historical NotesDonor Nancy Page’s husband worked for Alcoa for many years in their marketing and sales departments.
Previous owner
Nancy Page
Related institution
Aluminum Company of America
(1907 - 1998)
On View
Not on view
Master Rule Manufacturing Company, Inc.
Swinston Company
1949-1985
1930-1939
William Carter Company
