Columbia Bicycles Sales Catalog, 1892
THF206947 / Columbia Bicycles Sales Catalog, 1892
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Artifact Overview
The Pope Manufacturing Company produced this catalog to sell Columbia bicycles in 1892. Buyers could choose between a number of "safety" and high-wheel cycles after paging through the catalog. The company also provided descriptions of bicycle accessories available. And if you were unsure about this new mode of transportation, check out page 38 on why you should ride a bicycle.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
1892
Subject Date
1892
Creators
Place of Creation
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
57.118.249
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in
Width: 9.25 in
Thickness: 0.188 in
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