Name/Title
El Telegrafo Cigars Match SafeEntry/Object ID
2018.28.0001Description
Brass pocket match safe made for the El Telegrafo Key West cigar company. Top of the box engraved with company name and a wood grain pattern on lid. Cartouche on lid engraved with 'El Telegrafo, Celestino Palacio YCA Ferdinano Hirsch Key West'. On the front is 'Factory No. 60'. Hinged lid with striker plate on back.Collection
Artifact CollectionMade/Created
Date made
1880 - 1900Time Period
19th CenturyNotes
Date: 1890sLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Safe, MatchNomenclature Sub-Class
Storage & Display AccessoriesNomenclature Class
Household AccessoriesNomenclature Category
Category 02: FurnishingsDimensions
Height
1/2 inWidth
2-1/4 inDepth
1-1/4 inCondition
Reason for Exam
InventoryOverall Condition
GoodOverall Condition
Good