Henry Matier & Co. linen cambric with 2 handkerchiefs and box

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13 years ago
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A Henry Matier cambric linen handkerchief box with two handkerchiefs from 1867.  Front shows a angel and medals the company won.  The inside has two womens portraits on each side.  A purple string allows you to open the space which contains a handkerchief in each one.  Supposed to have 1 dozen mens handkerchiefs as on box.  Back has a stamp "registered for great britain, 12th september 1867.  Letters patent granted for United States 9th June 1868.  "Superior quality linen cambric HKFs ready for use 5/8 wide and "No. 44" written in pencil.
Category Vintage Textiles and Clothing
Medium cardboard and linen
Distinguishing marks Stamp on back that says "Great Britan"
Condition Poor
Size and dimensions of this item 5/8 width
Date Period 1868
Weight very light, 1 oz. ?
History Has some peeling, but can be OK because of its age. Some pencil writings on bottom.
Price Paid (If known) $5.00
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kathyBeh 🌱 Newbie 13 years ago

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-Vintage-1868-Superior-Quality-Gentlemens-Linen-Cambric-Handkerchief-Box-/380455862613

 

Heres one on ebay. I dont think those are the original handkerchiefs. There would have been more and not florals. 

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