Rolling pin

Made:
1870-1939 in unknown
maker:
Unknown

Rolling pin, wood, unmarked with scratched surface.

Before convenient packaging was invented, station refreshment rooms, hotels and dining cars served food and drink in silverware and fine china. All sets needed to match and could not be used if chipped or incomplete. Cups, cutlery and crockery were embellished with the company name to help prevent losses and theft.

Details

Category:
Passenger Comforts
Object Number:
1997-9392
Materials:
wood (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 440 mm 55 mm, .71kg
type:
rolling pin