Collection Highlights
"A Visit from St. Nicholas"
Date:
1862
Object Number:
MSS.BV.Moore.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Tin
Object Number:
2002.1.2305
Date:
1930-1950
Medium:
Metal
Dimensions:
2 1/4 x 1 3/8 x 3/4 in. oval
Description:
This cream colored and red tin holds denture adhesive powder. It reads on the front in blue "Wernet's Powder/ For Comfort and Confidence" with the American Dental Association Symbol at the top. The reverse has directions and claims "Holds False Teeth Tight/ Absolutlely Harmless". The side is marked "Free Sample".
Credit Line:
Gift of Bella C. Landauer
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
