Steel Scissors

Date1910

Mediumsteel, leather, plastic celluloid

Dimensionsscissors: 4 1/2 × 2 × 1/4 in. (11.4 × 5.1 × 0.6 cm)
leather case: 3 3/4 × 1 × 1/8 in. (9.5 × 2.5 × 0.3 cm)

ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mrs. W. W. Sanders

Object numberPC1985.75.12.A

DescriptionThis pair of scissors includes two rounded finger holes on the upper portion and is lined with a light, yellow casing, likely implemented for both grip and style. The shears of the scissors are quite small, likely indicating they would be utilized for specialized, sewing-related tasks. The scissors also come with a dark red casing, which fits directly over the sheared portion. A metal tip is visible on the case, likely providing added protection.

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