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Mandrell Hardware Anvil Paperweight
Mandrell Hardware Anvil Paperweight
Mandrell Hardware Anvil Paperweight

Mandrell Hardware Anvil Paperweight

Manufacturer / Maker
Date1910
Mediummetal
Dimensions1 1/2 × 3 1/4 × 7/8 in. (3.8 × 8.3 × 2.2 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mr. Spencer Wilson
Object numberPC1991.50.1
DescriptionThis small promotional anvil is a metal object with a silver finish and a traditional anvil shape, featuring a flat top, a curved horn on one end, and a flat square base. The surface shows signs of wear, with scratches and scuffs consistent with age and handling. Engraved on one side in block letters are the words:
“COMPLIMENTS OF THE MANDELL HARDWARE AND WOODENWARE CO.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.” This piece likely served as a marketing item, showcasing the Mandell Hardware and Woodenware Company, a business that played a vital role in Albuquerque's commercial landscape. Compact and durable, this paperweight provides a tangible connection to the industrial history of Albuquerque, symbolizing both the practical tools sold by Mandell Hardware and the company’s dedication to engaging its customer base through thoughtful advertising.
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