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Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Franklin D. Roosevelt Medallion Matchbox Holder
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.
Image courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum.

Franklin D. Roosevelt Medallion Matchbox Holder

Artifact IDMO 2008.13.38
Object Type Holder, Matchbox
Maker (American, 1927 - 1938)
Dateca. 1930s
Mediummetal (pewter)
Dimensionsoverall H 7/8 in x W 2 3/8 in x D 1 1/2 in (2.2 cm x 6 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pewter matchbox holder with a medallion on the top that features a bas relief left-facing profile image of FDR's head encircled by text that reads: • PRESIDENT • FRANKLIN • D • ROOSEVELT • / HYDE • PARK • N•Y•. An indecipherable artist's mark is below the profile on the medallion. The holder is open on three sides to accommodate a box of matches. Made by Val-Kill Industries, the holder is unmarked with the manufacturer's information.
Historical NoteThis matchbox holder was used by Eleanor Roosevelt in her 74th Street apartment in New York City.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteDonated to the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum by Curtis Roosevelt in 2007.
Credit LineGift of Curtis Roosevelt
National Archives Catalog CollectionFranklin D. Roosevelt Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 735948)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPersonal Possessions of the Roosevelt Family (National Archives Identifier 782689)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyCopyrightCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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