Name/Title
MatchbookEntry/Object ID
1992.10.29Description
A shiny gold matchbook with black printing that advertises F.J. Preston & Son, Inc., 17 Church St., Burlington, Vt. 05401, Phone (802) 864-459. At the bottom of the cover is the warning, "For safety strike on back." On the back is the letter P in fancy script and "American Gem Society Member." Inside in white lettering on a black background is a message about what it means to be a member of the American Gem Society. "Membership is awarded only to selected jewelers who possess proven gemological knowledge and the highest ethical standards. It is your assurance of the reliability and capability of this firm." The manufacturer is listed on the bottom edge -- H.W. Singleton Co., LA 90025 SMContext
Produced as an advertisement for F. J. Preston & Son, Inc. in Burlington, VermontAcquisition
Accession
1992.10Source or Donor
Hand, SamuelAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Manufacturer
The H. W. Singleton CompanyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
MatchbookNomenclature Sub-Class
Firemaking EquipmentNomenclature Class
Temperature Control EquipmentNomenclature Category
Category 02: FurnishingsRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
F. J. Preston & Son, Inc.Related Places
Place
City
BurlingtonCounty
Chittenden CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America