Can
Object number2008.92.6
Manufacturer
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
OriginSpringfield, MA
Mediummetal, paint, moth crystals (Paradichlorobenzine)
Credit LineGift of Edward J. Reis
DescriptionCan of Westinghouse Moth Crystals with some moth crystals intact inside. Painted orange, navy blue, and white.Dimensions3.5 x 7.625 in. (8.9 x 19.4 cm)MarksOn top, painted in center is a ring of navy blue with "WESTINGHOUSE" and three stars painted white; in center on orange background is an underlined "W" in white and navy blue.
On front of can:
top third of can is painted navy blue with "WESTINGHOUSE" in white;
the bottom two thirds of the can has an orange background with navy blue lettering that reads: MOTH / CRYSTALS / ACTIVE INGREDIENT / PARADICHLOROBENZINE 100% / MOTHS KNOW NO SEASON / YOU CAN BE SURE...IF IT'S WESTINGHOUSE" with "SURE" painted white and underlined.
On back of can:
painted in a white square box is the product's uses, the directions, and cautions; below this on orange background is "MADE FOR / WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC CORP. / SPRINGFIELD, MASS."
Historical NotesWestinghouse Moth Crystals can.
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