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Gift of Patricia Rhodes, 2009.381.0  © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Jar with Lid
Gift of Patricia Rhodes, 2009.381.0 © 2010 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Jar with Lid

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Harold Davis Fairweather American, 1885 - 1944
MediumMolded plastic; "Coltrock"
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width at bottom): 3 1/8 x 4 15/16in. (7.9 x 12.5cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Patricia Rhodes
DescriptionFooted round orange container, top with knob. Floral pattern around the top and on the knob. Felt pads on the three feet. Knob unscrews. Inscription on base reads, " THE 'JARETTE' / SYLE 8131/ GENUINE [picture of rearing horse] COLTROCK/ BY / COLT/ HARTFORD, CONN. / MADE IN U.S.A."
Object number2009.381.0
MarkingsMolded into plastic on bottom of jar, " THE 'JARETTE'/ STYLE 8131/ GENUINE [image of rearing horse] COLTROCK/ BY / COLT/ HARTFORD, CONN./ MADE IN U.S.A."
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    On View
    Not on view
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