Albuquerque National Bank "Paid" Stamper
AssociationAssociated with
Albuquerque National Bank
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, active 20th century)
Dateca. 1959
Mediumwood, rubber
Dimensions3 1/4 × 1 1/2 × 1 3/4 in. (8.3 × 3.8 × 4.4 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Albuquerque National Bank
Object numberPC1976.127.27
DescriptionThis wooden stamp holder for the Albuquerque National Bank features a cylindrical handle that flares into a larger rounded base, connected to a cuboid wooden stamp. Below a square base, the stamp has a raised text of "Paid $__ with a gap to insert numerical rubber types, Albuquerque National Bk / Albuquerque, New Mexico / 4002 / Feb 18 1959 / By __" with a gap for rubber type inserts in horizontally flipped text. Stamps like this were essential tools in offices and banks during the mid-20th century, streamlining transactions and recordkeeping. This artifact offers a glimpse into the business practices of Albuquerque's financial institutions during this period.On View
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ca. 1957
ca. 1957
