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RetailerSold by G. Fox and Co. American, founded 1847

Date1947-1968

MediumCopper-plated white metal

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 1/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 9/16in. (0.3 x 7.9 x 6.5cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineGift of Paul Accarpio

DescriptionRectangular metal plate (probably steel), copper-plated on recto used for printing store boxes, etc.; plate reads, in reverse: " G. FOX & CO. / 1847 - 1947 / 100 Years / A CENTURY OF CONNECTICUT LIVING".

Object number2005.158.10

MarkingsPlate reads: "G. FOX & CO. / A CENTURY OF CONNECTICUT LIVING 1847- 1947 / 100 Years / HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT"NotesObject Note: The copper-plated steel stamp was probably used for printing paper used to make shopping bags, hat boxes, and other custom printed paper goods used by the retail business after 1947, the year the business marked its centennial as a Hartford retailer. (Blakelock 5/2009)

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