McDonald's Waxed Paper Cup, 1964-1975
THF101236 / McDonald's Waxed Paper Cup, 1964-1975
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Artifact Overview
In 1948, the McDonald brothers transformed their Southern California drive-in into the fast food concept that we know today. The "M" logo on this waxed beverage cup, inspired by the famous golden arches of the restaurant, was an early version of the logo that would become McDonald's standard. Today, this logo is recognized throughout the world.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Cup
Date Made
1964-1975
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by Sweetheart Cup Division of Maryland Cup Corporation, Baltimore, Maryland for McDonald's Corporation.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
88.93.4
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of McDonald's Corporation.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Wax
Color
White (Color)
Red
Yellow (Color)
Navy blue
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 in
Diameter: 5.25 in (at widest)
Inscriptions
On bottom inner ridge: AB R 16. BY SWEETHEART CUP DIV. OF MARYLAND CUP CORP., BALTIMORE MD. U.S.A. 5-42846
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