scissors, fabric

Object

Accession Number
2008.005.276
Description
Sterling silver embroidery scissors, the handles elaborately decorated in floral, acanthus and beadwork motifs, the left handle repaired in two places, the steel blades stamped with a "U" and a "B", a small round disc on lower handle with the same marks stamped "Fine Sterling", one scissor blade stamped "Germany".
Narrative
These scissor were made by the firm, Unger Brothers, which operated in Newark, New Jersey, USA from 1896 to 1915.
History of Use
Unknown
Date
1896 – 1915
Dimensions
8.5 x 4 cm
Material
Metal, silver; Metal, steel
Technique
Embossed; Repoussed
Inscription
Fine Sterling   U   B
 
Country of Origin
United States of America; Germany

Related person/business/organization
Eileen Anderson (owner)