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Rome Tack & Nail Company, I know where but not when

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jerryk

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Folks,

I normally don't visit this forum on a regular basis but with 2000 registered members perhaps someone resides in Rome NY and can provide some assistance.

Below you will see the photo of a small container that was manufactured by the Rome Nail & Tack company of Rome NY. I found this container in an old mining camp located in the mountains of Colorado. The camp resides at an elevation of 12,000 ft and was active during the 1875 - 1900 period.

Since I have both the companies name and town, I'd like to add a few notes to my collection about the company itself. As you can see the container, alhough a bit smushed is in excellent condidion due to its fabrication using brass. As an FYI I use a White's DFX MT

Anyone living in or close to Rome NY who can do a bit of searching of the local historical records for this company would be appreciated.

I have searched the Internet looking for historical records of US companies but my searching thus far as turned up nothing.

Thanks

Jerry K
Falcon, CO


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The well preserved condition of the container makes it a very nice show piece. Its condition is a far cry from the condition of an old tobacco container I found in the same general area. Virtually rusted away. But it did cause a small adrenalin spike when I pulled it out of the ground. These containers were prime storage for cash and other valuables. Bummer no luck...

In addition to the use of 4/8 instead of 1/2? Why use brass instead of tin like most other containers of the day? I didn't include the dimensions in my original post. Its 2" in dia and approx 1/4" thick. Just right to fit into a pocket.

Jerry K
 
copper state and a revere company a direct decedent of Paul revere runs it.do you think they ran brass also? but less profitable now?

www.reverecopper.com & www.Rome new york.com

harry
 
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