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Christopher Columbus
patented 1892
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States
In the shape of Christopher Columbus' head in profile, identical on reverse. Lid, hinged on side, flips open at bottom when button on neck is depressed, inscribed "Columbus" on one side of lid, "Pat.d. Oct.25, '92" on reverse side. Striker on bottom of lid.
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Details
- Title: Christopher Columbus
- Date Created: patented 1892
- Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
- Medium: Plated brass
- Credit line: Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener
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