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The Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund, 2013.98.1  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Flashlight
The Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund, 2013.98.1 © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Flashlight

Mediummetal; plastic
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height): 6 1/2in. (16.5cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineThe Newman S. Hungerford Museum Fund
DescriptionMetal flashlight with blue design, white/cream plastic ring at top. Made by The Bridgeport Metal Goods Company.
Object number2013.98.1
InscribedBottom, etched into metal: "THE BRIDGEPORT METAL GOODS CO./ BPT. CONN. U.S.A/ BMG/ PAT. PEND."
On View
Not on view
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