Matchbox

This 'Searchlight' matchbox dates from the early 20th century. It contained matches made in Sweden which has been an international source of soft-wood.

'Searchlight' matchbox, once contained matches made in Sweden, early 20th century

The matchbox represents how phosphorous matches were packaged in multiples and marketed from the early or mid 19th century.

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Online ID:	000-100-102-370-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MGP 21
Date:	Early 20th century
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Subject:	Matches, of all kinds and containers (NMAS Classification)
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