IRON

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image showcases a vintage child's toy iron, crafted from dark metal with a curved handle on top, giving it a classic appearance. Tied to the handle with a white string, there are two cream-colored tags attached; one tag reads "Childs toy Iron" and the other displays the numbers "61.70.10" and "61.70.10A." The toy iron rests on a textured surface, possibly bubble wrap or a similar material, suggesting it might be a collectible or part of a display. The iron's design mimics the traditional irons used in the past, providing an educational glimpse into historical household items, and symbolizing the way toys were created to resemble everyday tools, adding an element of roleplay for children. The aged appearance of the iron reflects its status as a historical or antique piece, evoking a sense of nostalgia linked to its era. The tags enhance the item's historical significance, likely serving its cataloging in a collection or museum setting.

The image showcases a vintage child's toy iron, crafted from dark metal with a curved handle on top, giving it a classic appearance. Tied to the handle with a white string, there are two cream-colored tags attached; one tag reads "Childs toy Iron" and the other displays the numbers "61.70.10" and "61.70.10A." The toy iron rests on a textured surface, possibly bubble wrap or a similar material, suggesting it might be a collectible or part of a display. The iron's design mimics the traditional irons used in the past, providing an educational glimpse into historical household items, and symbolizing the way toys were created to resemble everyday tools, adding an element of roleplay for children. The aged appearance of the iron reflects its status as a historical or antique piece, evoking a sense of nostalgia linked to its era. The tags enhance the item's historical significance, likely serving its cataloging in a collection or museum setting.

Name/Title

IRON

Entry/Object ID

1961.70.10 A

Description

CHILD'S TOY IRON

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1870

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Iron

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Laundry Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Maintenance T&E

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology

Material

LEAD

Condition

Overall Condition

Good