Solid Bronze Hand Embossing Book Tools c.1860-1920 Flags This manufacturer of sterling silver

This manufacturer of sterling silver

Scharder's Sons

and services to many of the new Carnegie Libraries being built

In 1927 the successful Billy camera series was introduced

Solid Bronze Hand Embossing Book Tools c.1860-1920 Flags This manufacturer of sterling silverABOUT A collection of three antique book embossing tool rollers with solid bronze heads and cast iron handles. Each piece is designed for a specific task such as embossing a pattern or straight line on the edge of a book. Maker's mark embossed on one roller. CREATOR Hoole, Brooklyn, NY. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1860 1920. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Bronze, Cast Iron. CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 9. 75 10. 75 in. W 4 4. 5