International Match Safe

Association and Museum

Swastika Motif

IMSA#:  PMSE-038

Estimated Date:   1907

Country of Origin:   USA

Manufacturer:   Paye & Baker, North Attleboro, MA

Catalog No.:    None

Material:   Sterling and Enamel

Markings:   Bezel marked with "Sterling" and maker's mark.

Patent/Design No.:   No

Patent/Design Date:   No

Size (Inches):    2 3/8 x 1 1/2

Reverse:   Plain and Concave

Description and Comments:   Embossed with enameled blue Swastika. Striker on bottom. The Swastika was considered a good luck symbol before it was used by the Nazi Party. See IMSA's July 1, 2002 newsletter of article featuring this match safe.

Submitted By:  Mr. Vesta

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