Red Parkesine cross. Saw cut with brass suspension ring. Marked P173. Made by Alexander Parkes; c.1862.

Details

Category:
Plastics and Modern Materials
Object Number:
2011-115/141
Materials:
parkesine (xylotile)
Measurements:
overall: 46 mm x 30 mm x 4 mm,
type:
cross
credit:
Plastics Historical Society