Summary
Black leather wallet manufactured circa 1930s. It was found in a box in the small downstairs storeroom.
Simpson's Gloves was formed in 1924 and produced leather gloves and coats, handbags, helmets and associated leather goods. The company first operated in Smith Street, and subsequently Alexandra Parade, Collingwood, relocating to Victoria Street, Richmond in 1928, where it remained until 1988.
Physical Description
Black leather wallet, folded in half with pockets sewn to each narrow end.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Place & Date Used
Simpson's Gloves Pty Ltd, 488-496 Victoria Street, Richmond North, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1930s-1980s
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Inscriptions
In gold lettering on left hand pocket:'ST. KILDA TOWN HALL MOTORS / OPEN DAY & NIGHT / Windsor 808 / 539' Small paper sticker on inside, in pencil:'3573 / 6/- (six shillings)'
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Brand Names
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Classification
Manufacturing & industry, Clothing accessories, Sample products
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
17 cm (Length), 11.2 cm (Width)
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Keywords
Glovemaking, Leatherworking, Trades, Working Life, Clothing Accessories, Wallets
