Accession Number: 1994.2
Description: Embossing plate symbol tongs; zinc-plated steel arms meet at square joint, secured with two hex bolts and repair weld; riveted into jaws are two fittings forming a tap/die of a large raised circle; heavy welded hammering button on tip of top jaw.
Height: 1.125
Width: 1.25
Depth: 14.375
Date Made: ca. 1950
Place of Origin: Louisville, KY
Collection: APH Collection
History/Provenance: APH Collection
Credit Line: APH Collection, 1994.2.
Subjects: Embossing tools Manufacturing aids, tools, and supplies Tactile graphics Tactile printing process
Dimension Notes: overall
Made: American Printing House for the Blind
Material: Steel, zinc
Updated: 03/27/2012
