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Matchbook case

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Collection Type

  • Relics and Souvenirs

Date

undated

Location Note

Box 6

GUSN

GUSN-294433

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Description

A metal matchbook case featuring a shield with an image of a bridge over the Cape Cod Canal on the front. The back has an opening intended to expose the striker strip on the back of the matchbook.

Details

Descriptive Terms

matchbooks
memorabilia
bridges (built works)
canals
cases (containers)

Physical Description

1 matchbook case

Collection Code

MS028

Collection Name

Nina Heald Webber Cape Cod Canal collection

Reference Code

MS028.03.210

Places

Cape Cod Canal (Massachusetts) [canal]

Record Details

Material Type

cases (containers)

Description Level

Item

Location Note

Box 6

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