Robert Lingard Letter Opener of Mr. & Mrs. Toye, late 19th century

Object/Artifact

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Alameda Museum & Meyers House and Gardens

Name/Title

Robert Lingard Letter Opener of Mr. & Mrs. Toye, late 19th century

Entry/Object ID

1993.14.176

Description

Acc. No. 93.14.176 Subject Category: Household Date or Period: C - Late 19 Century Object: Letter opener. Description: Double-bladed letter opener with ornate German silver handle in repoussé design. Blade signed 'Robert Lingard Sheffield' iron. Blade has an inscription "NEVER DRAW ME WITHOUT REASON". Size: L - 10 3/4 inches. History of Object: Letter opener that belonged to Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Toye. East end residents of the City. (Parents of Adeline T. Cox). Acquired from: Estate of Adeline T. Cox Date: 7-12-1993