Collection Highlights
Ledger, 1678-1684
Date:
1678-1684
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Clopper.Ledger.1678
Medium:
Pen and ink on paper
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Hardware/ household
Object Number:
2002.1.1615
Date:
1920-1940
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
1 1/4 x 2 1/8 in.
Description:
This tiny tin coin bank is shaped like a miniature paint can. The sides is printed in black and red "Martin-Senour/ Monarch/ 100% Pure Paint/ Outside White". The top reads "A Few Cents A Day Keeps Your Home Bright And Gay", the back lists ingredients indicating these were lead-based paints.
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
