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Swan Brake Service
Swan Brake Service
Swan Brake Service

Swan Brake Service

Manufacturer / Maker
Dateca. 1940
Mediumwood, metal
Dimensions1 1/4 × 2 × 7/8 in. (3.2 × 5.1 × 2.2 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Rey Aguilar and Scot O'Dell
Object numberPC1991.15.3
DescriptionThis Swan Brake Service and Wheel Alignment printing block consists of a thick wooden base and an embossed surface of metal featuring a large letter "S" split in the center with the words "Brake Service" and an outline of a flying swan. The remaining letters of "Swan" follow in large capitalized text followed by "Wheel Alignment / 111 Hermosa Dr. S.E. / Phone - 5-7071" for the address and contact information. This printing block was used by the business to stamp signs or objects.
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