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1. "8-Day" Kitchen Wall Clock made in Germany, 1930's - Kitchen wall clock; circa 1930's, Germany. The clock is octagonal (eight-sided), made of tin. The outer border has a black and white scroll design. The inner border is light green, with a dark green inset at "3, 6, 9, and 12". The clock face itself is a white rectangle with black numbers and black hash-marks denoting the minutes. The hands of the clock are black metal. Printed in black on the clock are two small intersecting arrows, plus the words "8-DAY" and "GERMANY". The clock needed winding every 8 days. The reverse of the clock has a wall mount with visible gears encased in tin.

   1991.013.004

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2. Folding flim projector - Folding film projector made of various metals. Folds to fit into a wooden case with a metal interior. Came with two empty film reels made of aluminum. Made in Germany. Purchased in 1946.

   1981.020

   Record Type: Object

   
3. Handheld American Flag with 48 Stars - The object is a small handheld American flag with 48 stars. The flag has writing that states, "Used in Civic Parade, Roanoke, VA Nov. 11; 1918. Victory Parade on Germany's acceptance of Armistice". The flag is connected to a wooden stick. The stick is broken near the middle.

   1995.12.25

   Record Type: Object

   
4. Letter of September 30, 1847 from Mary Gilmer to Emma Breckinridge - September 30, 1847

   This letter headed "Leigh Sept 30th 1847" from Mary Gilmer to her daughter, Emma Breckinridge, at Grove Hill near Fincastle Botetourt County, telling of brother William being in Fluvanna assessing the possible sale of this property, a long story about the railroad being located through their property, and the public discussion of the exact location, of the price of 60 shares of railroad stock appreciating from $25 to $60 in a short period, about ...

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5. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Bowl - Bowl with high sides and irregularly shaped opening. Etches silver and gray roses and leaves adorn the otherwise pristine white porcelain surface. On the bottom of the bowl: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

   2018.05.12

   Record Type: Object

   
6. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Bread and Butter Plate - Set of 12 (A-L) teacups and saucers, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Each cup and saucer are a matching set, with the cup featuring two roses on outside, one just a stem, and the other with three leaves. On the inside of the cup is another silver etched rose. The cup features a small handle. The saucer top features three roses - one with six big leaves, one wiht three leaves, and one stem. A slight indentation or ring holds the cup. the back is plain with two rings. On the bottom of both cup and saucer: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

   2018.05.08

   Record Type: Object

   
7. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Bread and Butter Plate - Set of 8 (A-H) bread and butter plates, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Bread and butter plates are etched with silver rose design; front features 2 roses, one with 5 leaves, one with 3 leaves, one stem with 3 leaves, all on a white circular plate. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

   2018.05.02

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8. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Dessert or Fruit Bowls - Set of 8 (A-H) dessert or fruit bowls, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Bowls are etched with silver rose design; featuring 2 roses, one with 5 leaves, one with 3 leaves, one stem with 3 leaves, all on a white circular plate. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

   2018.05.11

   Record Type: Object

   
9. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Dessert or Salad Plate - Set of 12 (A-L) dessert or salad plates, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Plates are etched with silver rose design; featuring 2 roses, one with 5 leaves, one with 3 leaves, one stem with 3 leaves, all on a white circular plate. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

   2018.05.10

   Record Type: Object

   
10. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Dinner Plate - Set of 8 (A-H) dinner plates, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Plates are etched with silver rose design; front features 2 roses, one with 5 leaves, one with 3 leaves, one stem with 3 leaves, all on a white circular plate. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.01

    Record Type: Object

    
11. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Pitcher - Pitcher with separately attached handle. On each side of the pitcher are silver and gray etched roses occupying the otherwise white porcelain. Wide fishmouth type opening with gently curving spout. On the bottom of both cup and saucer: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.09

    Record Type: Object

    
12. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Serving Bowl - Large serving bowl, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Bowl is etched with silver rose design. Three roses wrap around the sides, with one on the base above the maker's mark. The rose on the base has four large leaves on the stem. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.06

    Record Type: Object

    
13. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Serving Plate - Large circular serving plate, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Plate is etched with silver rose design - two roses, one smaller rose with three leaves, and a second larger with six leaves. Also a stem with three leaves. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.03

    Record Type: Object

    
14. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Serving Platter - Large oval serving plate, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Plate is etched with silver rose design - a 6 leaf rose on one edge, a rose with stem toward the center, and a 3 leaf rose on the opposite edge. Also a stem with three leaves. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.04

    Record Type: Object

    
15. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Serving Platter - Large oval serving plate, designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Plate is etched with silver rose design - three roses: a 6 leaf rose on thin edge, a larger 3 leaf rose on opposite side, and a smaller 3 leaf rose in center. Also a stem with three leaves at outer edge. Maker's mark on center of back reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.05

    Record Type: Object

    
16. Raymond Loewy Continental Jet Rose Set of Serving Bowls - Two large serving bowls, same sizes, with a lid that can be used for either bowl. Bowls are designed by Raymond Loewy for Continental China in the Jet Rose pattern. Both bowls (A & B) are etched with silver rose design of two roses and leafy stem. Circular lid has a oval handle at center, and is decorated with two roses. Maker's mark on center of bottom of bowls reads: CONTINENTAL CHINA (Rosenthal logo underneath) DESIGNED by Raymond Loewy GERMANY Jet Rose (Raymond Loewy and Jet Rose are in a cursive script)

    2018.05.07

    Record Type: Object

    
17. Roanoke World News February 3rd 1917 - 02/03/1917

    Roanoke World News Afternoon edition, Volume 29, No.30, February 3, 1917. Headline reads: United States Severs Relations with Germany; No War Move Yet. Mentions German submarine U-53, diplomat Count Von Bernstorff, and President Woodrow Wilson. Related to war, foreign relations, politics.

    Record Type: Archive

    
18. Silk Chapeau Claque or Collapsible Top Hat - Collapsible black silk top hat, also known as an opera hat or a chapeau claque. The hat structure is made of two metal armatures coverd by a taut peice fo silk, and when the armatures are pushed inward, the hat collapses, allowing the hat to fit under an opera seat or kept folded inside a wardrobe. A black grosgrain ribbon decorates the rim. Interior of hat is decorated with alternating chevrons of silk faile and silk satin fabric, with the 'Garantie Klapphut' seal stamped above the makers name: Gebruder Kunkel (Brothers Kunkel) Mannheim.

    2022.40.1.1

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19. Spiked German helmet from World War I. - Spiked German helmet from World War I (1914-1918). 20th century. The pickelhaube (point or pickaxe bonnet) was worn in the 19th and 20th centuries by German military, firefighters and police. It is most closely associated with the Prussian army. Made of hardened (boiled) leather with a glossy black finish, reinforced with metal trim, usually plated gold or silver for officers, that included a metal spike at the crown. The front of the helmet has a large gold Prussian eagle with royal crown and with "FR" on its breast. The FR refers to Fredericas Rex (King Frederick of Prussia,1701). On the spread eagle, along with the "FR", the following is written in German: "MIT (With) GOTT (God) FUR (For) KOENIG (King) UND (And) VATERLAND (Country)." The eagle is holding a scepter in one claw and an orb with a cross in the other claw.

    1982.098.10

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20. The Roanoke World News - May 7th, 1945

    The Roanoke World News Newspaper published on May 7th, 1945 Major Headlines -GERMANY SURRENDERS (right on top) -Truman Has Nothing Offical To Announce -33,462 Japs Killed by Yanks on Okinawa -250,000 Nazi Troops Surrender in Norway -Reds Say Nazis Killed 4,000,000 in Prison Camp -Red's Still Hunting for Hitlers Body

    Record Type: Archive