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Stamp, Marking

Object number2018.152.8

Manufacturer Acme Printing & Stationary Company

OriginPittsburgh, PA

MediumWood; Varnish; Rubber; Paper; Ink; Adhesive

Credit LineGift of Jeff Kumer

DescriptionLabor union marking stamp. Rounded rectangular wooden stamp block with black rubber textual stamp on underside. Front of stamp block has white paper label with stamp's message printed in black text. Brown wooden handle with flat face and rounded sides; face features white maker text.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 2.563 x 3.25 x 0.75 in. (6.5 x 8.3 x 1.9 cm)
InscriptionsFront side of stamp block has white label with black printed text "AMALGAMATED MEAT CUTTERS AND BUTCHER WORKMEN OF N. A. LOCAL 424"; black rubber stamp on underside of stamp block is same text.
MarksFront, flat face of handle has printed gray text "ACME / PRINTING & / STATIONERY CO. / PITTSBURGH".
Historical NotesPart of a collection from the Pittsburgh Wool Company.

Previous owner Pittsburgh Wool Company

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