Abstract and Title Clip
Manufacturer / Maker
unidentified
Date1950
Mediumiron
Dimensions5/8 × 6 1/2 × 7/8 in. (1.6 × 16.5 × 2.2 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Mrs. Betty Mae Hartman
Object numberPC1984.31.121
DescriptionThis is a red-painted iron document clip featuring stamped white text that reads: “Bernalillo County Abstract & Title Co. / Ira N. Sprecher.” The clip is long and flat with a rounded, slightly tapered shape and a bent end designed to hold papers securely. The surface shows signs of wear, including scratches and paint chipping, indicative of frequent use. Document clips like this one were essential office tools during the mid-20th century, used to manage paper files in an era of expanding business and bureaucratic operations. The Bernalillo County Abstract & Title Company likely utilized these clips to organize property records, deeds, and other legal documents, reflecting the growth of Albuquerque as a hub of real estate and commerce during the 1950s.On View
Not on viewTerms
ca. 1958
Deb Haaland
August 17, 2018
ca. 1965
