Depository Box, First National Bank
Used byUsed by
First National Bank in Albuquerque
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, 1933 - 1975)
Dateca. 1928
Mediummetal
Dimensions2 1/2 × 7 1/4 × 10 3/4 in. (6.4 × 18.4 × 27.3 cm)
ClassificationsVessels & Containers
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, Director's Discretionary Fund
Object numberPC2000.52.4
DescriptionThis First National Bank black metal depository box features a durable, rectangular design with rounded edges, a hinged lid, and a small metal handle for portability. A locking mechanism secures the contents, reflecting its function as a secure transport container for financial transactions. The top of the box bears a circular gold-tone emblem reading “First National Bank” along with “Albuquerque, N.M.” Depository boxes like this one were essential tools for securely transporting cash, checks, and financial documents between businesses and banks. The First National Bank of Albuquerque, built in 1923 and located in downtown Albuquerque at 217-233 Central Avenue Northwest, played a crucial role in the economic development of the city, supporting commerce and infrastructure growth.On View
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