Hoole Spiraling Vines and Dots Metal Stamp Die, Design 2319
Entry/Object ID
2016.14.788.a
Description
Four metal stamp dies. Two have a dovetail on the back to slot into a stamping machine, and have a screw in the middle of the design. Two others are screwed to a backing plate, carrying the same design as the others but spread across both plates.
Use
Finishing tool for bookbinding.
Collection
Hoole Machine and Engraving Works Collection
Lexicon
Search Terms
Tools., Book ornamentation, Bookbinding, Finishing., Hand binding., Fillet., Gouge., Rolls., Stamp., Pallet.
Dimensions
Height
12.5 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Height
14 cm
Width
19 cm
Parts
2 stamp plates with dovetail backing
2 stamp plates screwed to backing plate.
