Letter Opener

Manufacturer / MakerCreated by unidentified

Dateca. 1940

Mediumwood, metal

Dimensions5 × 5/8 × 1/4 in. (12.7 × 1.6 × 0.6 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Dr. Sarah Louise Cook

Object numberPC1972.18.126

DescriptionThis letter opener features a dark, polished wooden handle with a smooth rectangular shape that tapers gently toward a pointed steel blade. The blade, shaped like an elongated leaf, shows wear indicative of regular use. Letter openers like this one were common desk accessories in offices and homes before the widespread use of email and digital communication.

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