Matchbook
Object number2013.90.1
Manufacturer
The Diamond Match Company
OriginNew York, NY
MediumPaper
Credit LineGift of Robert F. Klingensmith
DescriptionBlue matchbook with gold printed text on both sides. Maker's information on bottom spine. Twenty matches attached with blue match heads.Dimensions2 x 1.5 x 0.375 in. (5.1 x 3.8 x 1 cm)InscriptionsGold print on obverse "THEATRE SUPPLY / INDEPENDENT / DEALERS ASSN. INC. / REG. U.S. PAT. OFFICE / BUY "INDEPENDENT" / ...from a / local friend".
Reverse has gold text "BUY "INDEPENDENT" / from your local Associa- / tion Member and you / will profit by his broad / experience and the per- / sonalized service which / only ownership manage- / ment can afford."
MarksSpine: "Made in U.S.A. / THE DIAMOND MATCH CO. N.Y.C."
Related institution
Theatre Supply Independent Dealers Association, Inc.
Previous owner
Robert F. Klingensmith
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