Pikaby Beeswax & Holder

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Transparent container with block of beeswax inside. Used to strengthen thread for sewing on buttons. Thread is pulled through one of the slits, so that it's coated in beeswax.

Category 1

  • Size
    Diam 5cm, Deep 1.6cm

Category 2

  • Reference Number
    ECT_12_0B70_158
  • Thematic Catalogue
    12: Wax
  • Keywords
    Use of beeswax

Category 3

  • Added To Collection
    1970
  • Donor
    Karl Showler
  • Curator
    Dr. E. Crane