| Accession Number | REL36226 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Heraldry |
| Physical description | Cardboard, Metal |
| Maker |
Gillette Company |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England, Greater London, London |
| Date made | Unknown |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Packet of razor blades
Description
Cardboard packet of 5 safety razor blades. The green cardboard packaging is printed on the front with the words '7 O'CLOCK SLOTTED BLADES DOUBLE EDGED'. The back of the packet has 'PATENTEES PRICE LICENCE' and states that 'These blades are protected by British Patent No. 401366'. The packet has 8 blades inside with 7 of the blades reading '7 O'Clock Registerd Trad Mark; S 3; Made in England' and the reverse has written '7 O'Clock Registerd Trade Mark British Patent Nos 351944, 351982, 401366'. The last blade has '7 O'Clock Registerd Trad Mark; S 4; Made in England' and the reverse has written ' 7 O'Clock Registerd Trade Mark British Patent No. 401366'.
History / Summary
The history behind this pack of razor blades is unknown.