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matches

human history
  • Other Name

    match safe with matches (descriptive name)

    R. Bell & Co. Ltd (associated name)

  • Description

    match safe with wax matches

    rectangular tin with hinged lid; striking strip on base of tin; contains wax matches; brand name in oval on top of lid: R. BELL & Co / NEW ZEALAND; in centre: ESTBD 1832; on either side: No. 4

  • Place
  • Associated Place
  • Accession Date
    13 Dec 1971
  • Other Id

    col.2753 (colonial)

  • Department
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