Historical information

Hotpoint Irons were first developed in 1903 in California. The invention was named Hotpoint, after the heating elements that converged in the iron's tip, allowing it to be used to press around buttonholes and in and around ruffles and pleats on clothing and curtains.

Physical description

Early electric iron manufactured under license by Hotpoint Australia. The iron has a metal base into which a separate power cord is plugged. The iron has a wooden handle.

Inscriptions & markings

Label: " Hotpoint. Made in Australia. Licensed by Edison Elelectric Appliance Co. Inc. Chicago, U.S.A. Cat.915 F61. W.575, W200."