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English: "Modern Woodmen of America" Matchsafe, patented 1904   (Wikidata search (Cirrus search) Wikidata query (SPARQL)  Create new Wikidata item based on this file)
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English: "Modern Woodmen of America" Matchsafe, patented 1904
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English: Rectangular, curved top and bottom, featuring raised decoration, inscribed in circular reserve "Modern Woodmen of America", the center of which displays a shield with a crossed malet and hatchet and monogram "MWA", over circular reserve inscribed "Pur Autre Vie", beneath features an assortment of objects including a scale, urn, and medallion inscribed "Brazen Coin", some foliage motifs interspersed throughout; reverse features male with hatchet raised, chopping a tree trunk, background of trees, cabin, and 2 men on wooden river raft. Lid hinged on side. Striker on bottom.
Date patented 1904
Medium plated brass
Dimensions 7 x 3.8 x 1 cm (2 3/4 x 1 1/2 x 3/8 in. )
institution QS:P195,Q1129820
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Product Design and Decorative Arts
Accession number
1978-146-1070
Credit line Gift of Stephen W. Brener and Carol B. Brener
Inscriptions PAT. JAN.12.1904 stamped on bezel.
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  • Type: Matchsafe
  • Country: United States
Source/Photographer Catalog Photo
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