Summary
Wrist watch with raised figures, manufactured by Cyma, Switzerland, circa 1950s-1960s. It was presented to an unknown associate of the Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind by 'A.R.C.S.'
Physical Description
Metal wrist watch on a black plastic strap. The watch, made of polished Britannia metal, has a cover which is engraved. The white face of the watch has raised figures to show the position of the hour and the clock hands are gold-painted. There is a metal buckle to fasten the strap.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Royal Victorian Institute for the Blind (RVIB), 21 Jul 1993
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Manufacturer
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Place Used
Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, circa 1950s-1980s
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Inscriptions
Face of watch: Cyma/Cymaflex/Swiss Made. Engraved on the cover: A Gift/From/A.R.C.S.
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Classification
Medicine & health, Health organisations, Special needs equipment
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Type of item
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overall dimensions
23 cm (Length), 4 cm (Width), 4 cm (Height)
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