Can opener

Object detail

Accession number

F708.2002

Maker

Charles S Hopper

Description

A cast iron can opener. Circular with a scalloped edge a steering wheel. Casting in shape of a crossed circle (of 110 mm) and there is a cutting blade in place. Spike in good order.

Marks

Hoppers Can Opener Patent Oct 3, 99 Imprint

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

Charles S Hopper. 1899. Can opener, F708.2002. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Opener, Food Container Opener, Can Tools & Equipment for Materials Food Processing & Preparation T&E Food Preparation Equipment

Production place

Philadelphia Pennsylvania United States of America North America Americas

Collection type

Domestic Technology Technology

Subject auto tags

Peace symbols Motor vehicle Cross Rim Peace Symbol Jewellery Automotive wheel system Wood Emblem

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