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2015.77.97 © 2015 The Connecticut Historical Society
Trade card
2015.77.97 © 2015 The Connecticut Historical Society

Trade card

Maker (American)
Dateafter 1828
MediumCardstock
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionTrade card for "John E. Bassett & Co., importers and dealers in / hardware / cutlery / mechanics' tools, &c.", located at 236 Chapel Street in New Haven, CT. On the opposite side of the card is a drawing of the J.E. Basset & Co. building. Surrounding the building are descriptions of the company, which read: "Real Bronze House Trimmings," "Builders' Materials, Housekeeping Goods," and "I.X.L. Pocket Knives Rodgers Scissors."
Object number2015.77.97
NotesDimensions (height x width): 2 1/4 x 3 3/4"
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