Thermometer, 1950-1965
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Artifact Overview
Promotional giveaways can place advertising messages deeper into people's lives than billboards or magazine ads. Some items, like this thermometer from a local American Automobile Association (AAA) representative, became daily reminders about the organization and its services. It also served as a quick reference on who to call when needed.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Thermometer
Date Made
1950-1965
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
87.135.108
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Automobile Club of Michigan.
Material
Metal
Glass (Material)
Color
Gold (Color)
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.25 in
Width: 2.625 in
Inscriptions
Lower obverse: GEORGE MEASEL / AUTO INSURANCE / AT COST / AAA / LE.8200 / VE. 6-2911
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