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Scissors

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Collection Type

  • Tools

Date

1875-1899

GUSN

GUSN-72747

Description

Brown blade sheath; triangular blades hinged toward handle; pinapple, floral motif

Details

Descriptive Terms

scissors
brass (alloy)
lizard leather
plating (metal coating)
silver (metal)
steel (alloy)
flowers (plants)
floral patterns
pineapple (motif)
Scissors
Scissors

Associated Building

Original to Codman House (Lincoln, Mass.),

Maker

Black, Starr & Frost (Manufacturer)

Location of Origin

England

Dimensions

1/2 x 2 5/8 x 10 1/4 (HxWxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Bequest of Dorothy S.F.M. Codman

Accession Number

1969.1242

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