Collection Highlights
Invitation to Erie Canal Celebration
Date:
1825
Object Number:
PR.221.12
Medium:
Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Clothing supplies
Object Number:
2002.1.1493
Date:
1970-1990
Medium:
Metal, paper
Dimensions:
5 3/4 x 4 in.
Description:
This metal plate comes with a paper envelope that has directions. The plate is embossed "Radio Plate" with radiating rays. The instructions explain that when inserted in water with baking soda, the plate creates a chemical reaction that removes tarnish from silver.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
