Travel Document Case
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Beatrice Fox
(American, 1887 - 1968)
Date1917-1968
MediumLeather, fabric lining, enameled white metal snap
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 5 x 9 1/2 x 1/2in. (12.7 x 24.1 x 1.3cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the children of Richard and Georgette Koopman
Object number2007.24.54
DescriptionRectangular leather case to hold travel documents finished in navy blue leather embossed to look like lizard. The interior is lined with a navy blue satin weave fabric woven to simulate watered silk. The case is divided into one main section with two additional pockets to store travel documents for easy retrieval. "B. F. AUERBACH / 1040 Prospect Avenue Hartford, Conn. / American Express Travel Service” is printed in gold metallic ink on the inferior of the case. The case closes by a "snap" clasp.
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