Collection Highlights
Wig curler
1760-1775
INV.5924.77
Clay
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
FALA
Title
FALA
Object name
Matchbook
Medium
Cardboard, striker, metal staple
Dimensions
Overall (closed): 1 15/16 x 1 9/16 x 3/8 in. (5 x 4 x 1 cm)
Description
20 stick matchbook with matte black exterior. Front cover with embossed silver silhouette of scotty dog and embossed silver lettering, FALA / HYDE PARK GIFT SHOP / HYDE PARK N. Y. Saddle with embossed legend in silver, TO HAVE A FRIEND / BE ONE. Rear cover with embossed silver lettering SPECIALIZING IN / ROOSEVELT / MEMENTOS / AND GIFTS
Object Number
2008.47.136
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
