Albuquerque National Bank Bag
Manufacturer / Maker
Albuquerque National Bank
(Albuquerque, New Mexico, active 20th century)
Manufacturer / Maker
A. Rifken & Co.
Dateca. 1965
Mediumcanvas, brass
Dimensions10 3/4 × 6 1/2 × 1 1/2 in. (27.3 × 16.5 × 3.8 cm)
ClassificationsTools, Implements & Weights
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Leslie Venzuela
Object numberPC2007.13.1
DescriptionThis rectangular cloth bag, dating from the 1960s, is made of beige canvas with dark brown printed lettering on the front. The bag reads: “Albuquerque / National Bank / Albuquerque, New Mexico / Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation,” followed by the logo and text: “part of / Bankshare.” A yellow drawstring threaded through metal grommets at the top closes the bag, ensuring secure storage of its contents. Signs of wear and faint stains on the fabric suggest frequent use. The Albuquerque National Bank was a prominent financial institution in New Mexico during the mid-20th century, serving as a cornerstone of the local economy. Bags like this were commonly used to transport coins or other financial materials between businesses and the bank, symbolizing the vital role of banking in commerce and daily life. This bag connects to Albuquerque’s economic history and reflects the branding and design trends of the 1960s. As part of Bankshare, Albuquerque National Bank represents the era’s shift toward larger financial networks, which were beginning to transform local banking into regional and national systems.On View
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