Razor Blades In Original Box
RetailerSold by
G. Fox and Co.
American, founded 1847
Dateearly 20th-mid 20th century
MediumChrom Steel, cardboard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width ): 3/8 x 2in. (1 x 5.1cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the children of Richard and Georgette Koopman
DescriptionRectangular cardboard box appears to be unopened that still contains razors wraped in paper. The box is half yellow, half maroon, with lettering on all sides in the opposite color of the background. There is a large printed picture of a razor blade on one side.
Object number2007.24.38
MarkingsOne wide panel of the box has "Foxbrand / Thin Blade / Made in the USA" with a outline of a razor blade in the middle. The other wide panel has the G. Fox label, "Est G Fox Co 1847 / Foxbrand / Double-edge / Thin Blades" printed on it. One of the narrow panels reads, "Made of Surgical Chrome Steel." The opposite narrow panel reads, "G. Fox & Co. / Hartford." Both end panels read, "10 Blades."Subject Terms
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