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Nail File
Nail File

Nail File

Original Owner (American, 1887 - 1968)
Manufacturer (American, 1904 - 1915)
Date1904-1915
Medium14 karat gold and steel
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width x depth): 7 3/8 x 3/4 x 3/8in. (18.7 x 1.9 x 1cm)
ClassificationsMetalware
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Schiro and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Koopman
DescriptionNail file with unmarked 14 karat gold handle with pointed steel blade that is scored on both sides. Nail file is done in the Hepplewhite pattern and has a panel for engraving on the recto and a basket of flowers on the verso of the handle.
Object number1980.73.3.4
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Gift of Mrs. Richard Koopman, 1986.214.4.1-4  Photograph by Gavin Ashworth.  © 2009 The Connect…
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