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Pencil

Object number2010.116.1

Manufacturer The Blackfeet Indian Writing Company

OriginBrowning, MT

Mediumlead; wood; metal; rubber; paper

Credit LineGift of Ben S. Stefanski II

DescriptionSet of twelve (12) orange pencils. Each pencil is stamped with blue text promoting company. Product information also pressed into each pencil. Pencils grouped together with a rectangular card stock open box. On top and bottom of box is an image of American Indians running and riding horses; text to the right on image provides product information and maker text printed on sides.Dimensions1.625 x 0.625 x 7.5 in. (4.1 x 1.6 x 19.1 cm)
InscriptionsEach pencil is stamped with blue text, "Gulf Oil Corporation 3".

"BONDED" also pressed into the pencil.

MarksOn top and bottom of paper wrap there is text to the right on image, "1 Dozen / Quality Writing Pencils / Certified Lead-Free Lacquer"; printed on sides, "The Blackfeet Indian Writing Company / Blackfeet Industrial Park / Browning, Montana 59417".
Historical NotesSet of twelve Gulf Oil pencils which was a promotional item for Pittsburgh-based Gulf Oil Corporation.

Related institution Gulf Oil Corporation (1907 - 1984)

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