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Writing Instrument Case

Object Details

Description
Slender, seamed cylinder with hinged cap and two internal compartments connected to a flat-sided, hinged oval case by a loop of thick, brown, flat braided tape. Case fitted with internal cavity containing black wadding. No marks.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Credit Line
Gift of John Paul Remensnyder
Physical Description
copper (cases material)
wool (tape material)
cotton (wadding material)
Measurements
overall: 1 in x 8 1/8 in x 1 1/4 in; 2.54 cm x 20.6375 cm x 3.175 cm
Object Name
case, writing instrument
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