Straight Razor with Celluloid Handle

Straight Razor with Celluloid Handle

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Description
An inscription on the blade of this straight razor reads “WORCESTER RAZOR CO. / WORCESTER, MASS. U.S.A.”
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
Straight Razor with Celluloid Handle
maker
Worcester Razor Co.
place made
United States: Massachusetts, Worcester
Physical Description
cellulose nitrate (handle material)
steel (razor material)
Measurements
overall: 2.4 cm x 15 cm x.8 cm; 15/16 in x 5 7/8 in x 5/16 in
overall, closed: 7/16 in x 6 in x 1 in; 1.11125 cm x 15.24 cm x 2.54 cm
ID Number
2006.0098.1249
accession number
2006.0098
catalog number
2006.0098.1249
Credit Line
Dadie and Norman B. Perlov
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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