Bottle, Toilet
Object number2018.27.11 a,b
Manufacturer
The Dial Corporation
Datec. 1996
OriginPhoenix, AZ
MediumPlastic; Deoderant/Anti-perspirant (see ingredients on container); Velcro; Paper; Ashesive
Credit LineGift of Jay Apt
DescriptionStick of Dial brand solid anti-perspirant and deoderant with maroon cap.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a,b together): 4.625 × 2.25 × 1.375 in. (11.7 × 5.7 × 3.5 cm)Height x Width x Depth (a): 4.375 × 2.25 × 1.375 in. (11.1 × 5.7 × 3.5 cm)
Height x Width x Depth (b): 1.25 × 2.25 × 1.375 in. (3.2 × 5.7 × 3.5 cm)
Marks(a)
Rectangular adhesive label on front has text including "PAY / ONLY / $1.99 / ... / Regular Scent / dial / Solid / Anti-Perspirant / and Deoderant / NET WT. 2 OZ."
Rectangular adhesive label on back has text including "DIAL REGULAR SCENT SOLID'S unique formula / protects against wetness and odor...and always / glides on smooth and dry. / DIRECTIONS... / CAUTION... / ACTIVE INGREDIENT... / OTHER INGREDIENTS... / ... / [barcode] / THE DIAL CORPORATION / PHOENIX, AZ 85077 / 644740".
Underside has raised text "21" and black printed text "A031 / M2A".
Historical NotesSTS-79 flown deoderant used by Jay Apt.Label TextFlown objects from STS-79, 1996: Name badge and Mission patch from STS-79 Beef jerky and Stelutsa dessert (Russian) packets Fork, knife, teaspoon, and tablespoon Personal items, shampoo, comb, brush, toothbrush, Crest toothpaste deodorant, chap stick, nail clippers, clips, glasses, case, and eyewear container, used by Jay Apt aboard STS-79 Apt’s fourth and final mission, STS-79 on the Space Shuttle Atlantis, included docking with the Russian space station Mir to deliver equipment, supplies and relief personnel. Notice the Velcro on these flown objects designed to keep them tethered in the weightlessness of space.
Previous owner
Dr. Jerome Apt III
Related institution
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
On View
Not on view
