Heinz "Pickled Products" Salesman Kit, circa 1918
THF174346 / Heinz "Pickled Products" Salesman Kit, circa 1918
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Artifact Overview
With many varieties of pickles and condiments that the company sold, a Heinz salesperson relied on a kit with fold-out cards to present the products to potential customers. Whether selling to store owners or peddling to residents in their homes, the kit allowed salespeople to show a variety of products without physically carrying them.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Display board
Date Made
circa 1918
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
at Greenfield Village in Heinz House
Object ID
53.41.767
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Cloth
Cardboard
Colored ink
Color
Black (Color)
White (Color)
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in (Closed)
Width: 4.5 in (Closed)
Length: 1 in (Closed)
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