test piece in the form of an egg cup

Description

One of a set of four egg cups manufactured by Borough Polytechnic, circa 1960s. These egg cups were a test piece made of injection moulded polystyrene with some foaming agent and consist of two hollow cavities end to end, one for the eggs and one for the base. This item forms part of the Plastics Historical Society (PHS) collection.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Inscriptions

moulded: "(Borough polytechnic round badge) MADE IN ENGLAND" (inside)

Object number

PHSL : 101.4

Date

1960 - 1969 (circa)

Country

Dimensions
Width
62mm
Height
70mm
Diameter
43mm

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