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IRON: POLISHING, 'SILVESTERS PATENT SLATER POLISHING IRON NO. 4'

Overview

The manufacture's name and logo appear on top of iron - an arrow surrounded by a loosely knotted rope and the letter 'S'. The sole is convex instead of the usual flat sole irons.

Historical information

The iron's convex sole have starched fabric a shiny, glossy appearance when rubbed hard. Item popular early 20th century when fashion dictated the need for shiny, starched shirt collars and even dresses.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-43-1994.179
Item type
Objects
Material
Iron
Width
85 mm
Height or length
130 mm
Keywords
Laundering
Household Effects
Clothing
Photographed 2023
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Statement of significance

Popular early 20th century when fashion dictated the need for shiny starched shirt collars.

Last modified
Monday, 19 October, 2026
Completeness
83
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