Matchbook

Name/Title

Matchbook

Entry/Object ID

1992.10.29

Description

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 SM

Context

Produced as an advertisement for F. J. Preston & Son, Inc. in Burlington, Vermont

Acquisition

Accession

1992.10

Source or Donor

Hand, Samuel

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Manufacturer

The H. W. Singleton Company

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Matchbook

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Firemaking Equipment

Nomenclature Class

Temperature Control Equipment

Nomenclature Category

Category 02: Furnishings

Dimensions

Height

2 in

Width

1-1/2 in

Material

Cardboard

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

F. J. Preston & Son, Inc.

Related Places

Place

City

Burlington

County

Chittenden County

State/Province

Vermont

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America