Gift of Paul Accarpio, 2005.158.8 © 2006 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Framed Claim Check

Original OwnerOriginally owned by G. Fox and Co. (American, founded 1847)

MakerMade by Unknown

FramerFramed by West Side Custom Framing (American)

Date1917-1990

MediumFramed brass claim check

DimensionsFrame (height x width x depth): 5 1/4 x 4 11/16 x 11/16in. (13.3 x 11.9 x 1.7cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineGift of Paul Accarpio

Object number2005.158.8

DescriptionShield-shaped brass claim check mounted on matte board and framed in a gilt frame; #69 at G. Fox & Co. in Hartford, Connecticut.

Collections

G. Fox & Co.

NotesObject Note: The shield-shaped claim check would have been part of a pair; one would be buckled by a (now missing) strap to the package, bag, hangar or umbrella of customer and the matching claim check would have been given to the customer to hold while they shopped or dined, prior to reclaiming their possession.

Status

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