Block, Wood

Artifact

Accession Number:
2019.1.51j
Date
1912 to 1958
Description
It is a rectangular block of wood with a carved relief of the number "3" backwards. The relief surface appears to be polished or varnished and carved by machine due to the lack of errors and overall consistency. The relief is orange with black scratches and patches of red and black ink. The carved down portion is dark red but chipping away. The back has curved raised horizontal lines on the surface and is stained with black and red ink. 
Materials
Wood (beech or maple)
Measurements
20.9 cm L x 10.1 cm W x 2.5 cm H
Category
Category 8: Communication Objects