Matchbook [Teal]
Maker and role
Tasman Empire Airways Limited, Commissioned by
Production date
1940-1965
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Object detail
Accession number
2006.193
Description
A 'Teal' match book with image of stylised Tiki printed on front as well as the statement 'Fly Teal.' No matches remain, only stubs. Were originally safety matches which used flint that is on side under the flap. Matches secured to book by single staple. Gold printed surface on outside of card. Blue and green over printing. Given as complimentary gift.
Marks
fly TEAL / TEAL / SERVING THE SOUTH PACIFIC / NEW ZEALAND / NORFOLK IS. / AUSTRALIA / SAMOA / TAHITI / FIJI Printed
With the compliments of / TEAL / NEW ZEALAND'S INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE Printed
With the compliments of / TEAL / NEW ZEALAND'S INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE Printed
Media/Materials
Collection
Credit Line
Tasman Empire Airways Limited. 1940-1965. Matchbook [Teal], 2006.193. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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