Box of 'Brymay' Safety Matches.

SMG00116658

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Box of 'Brymay' Safety Matches in cardboard match box with safety striker strip, by Bryant and May, United Kingdom, 1936-1937.

Details

Category:
Firemaking
Object Number:
1937-682/3295
Materials:
wood (unidentified), balsa, cardboard, paper (fibre product), phosphorus compound and emery paper
Measurements:
overall: 25 mm x 52 mm x 37 mm, Wt. 0 .01kg
type:
match box and match - fire-making equipment
credit:
Wilkinson Sword Ltd.