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Chamberstick

Collection Type

  • Lighting

GUSN

GUSN-309555

Description

Tin spring-loaded chamberstick with double match holders

Details

Descriptive Terms

chambersticks
tin (metal)
brass (alloy)
Candleholder
Candlestick
Chamberstick
Chamberstick

Inscription

"EXCELSIOR / PAT JULY 4, 1878" (stamped)

Additional Identification Number

INV 44

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

4 1/2 x 3 x 3 1/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of C. Malcom Watkins

Accession Number

2000.2111

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