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Elephant shaped sample, 1 of 2

Side view of a sample of catalin showing the sawn edge. Rear view of a sample of catalin showing the smooth surface. Side view of a sample of catalin showing the animal shape. Side view of a sample of catalin showing the animal shape. Top view of a sample of catalin showing the length of the sample. Underside view of a sample of catalin showing the length of the sample.
Side view of a sample of catalin showing the sawn edge. Rear view of a sample of catalin showing the smooth surface. Side view of a sample of catalin showing the animal shape. Side view of a sample of catalin showing the animal shape. Top view of a sample of catalin showing the length of the sample. Underside view of a sample of catalin showing the length of the sample.

Classification

Description

An elephant shaped cross section sample of Catalin. This sample has a circular hole through the centre as though it was intended for use as a napkin ring when cut. One end is rough sawn. The un-cut end is stamped BIP 121
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Unknown
Manufacturer
Unknown

Inscriptions

stamped: "BIP 121 (or B/P 121)" (side)

Object number

AIBDC : 007464.1

Date

1930 - 1939 (circa)

Country

UK

Method

cast
cut

Material

plastic
Catalin - trade name
phenolic resin
PF
phenol formaldehyde
bakelite - generic term
Dimensions
Width
75mm
Height
50mm
Depth
38mm

Colour

green