Matchbox sleeve
Bryant and May Ltd...
Category
Wooden objects
Date
Unknown
Materials
Paper and wood
Measurements
24 x 72 mm; 49 mm (Length)
Place of origin
United Kingdom
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 14297.2
Summary
Wooden matchbox sleeve. Striking surface on both sides; paper label top and bottom with, surrounded by fine line, BRITISH MADE / TRADE (ark drawing with SECURITY on hull) MARK / BRYANT and MAYS on black banner background / BRYMAY / SPECIAL SAFETY MATCH / (two medals pictured) 27 PRIZE MEDALS (two medals pictured).
Provenance
purchase from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters
Makers and roles
Bryant and May Ltd..., manufacturer