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University of California

University of California

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Description
University of California tobacco felt (or tobacco flannel.)
Tobacco felts, or more appropriately, tobacco flannels, were collectibles available to purchasers of tobacco products between 1900-1920. Like related premiums as cards and silks, felts could represent a variety of interests, in this case, collegiate sports.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
rug, miniature
tobacco felt
tobacco flannel
tobacco felt, collegiate
date made
1900-1920
Physical Description
fabric, cotton (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 7 3/4 in x 5 in; 19.685 cm x 12.7 cm
ID Number
1982.0566.38
accession number
1982.0566
catalog number
1982.0566.39
subject
College
Sports
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Culture and the Arts: Sport and Leisure
Data Source
National Museum of American History
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