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Functional object - Redheads Matches Box Mid-Century c. mid-twentieth century

  • A box of Redhead matches with an illustration of a redheaded woman on the front

    Redhead Matches Box Mid-Century c. mid-twentieth century

  • Redhead Matches Box Mid-Century c. mid-twentieth century with 5cm scale

    Redhead Matches Box Mid-Century c. mid-twentieth century with 5cm scale

  • A box of Redhead matches with an illustration of a redheaded woman on the front
  • Redhead Matches Box Mid-Century c. mid-twentieth century with 5cm scale

Historical information

Redheads is an Australian matches brand, originally manufactured in Richmond, Victoria. The factory was opened in 1909 by the Prime Minister, Alfred Deakin, and his wife, Pattie Deakin. Redheads are Australia's top selling matches brand.

Significance

This item is among the many in the Wodonga Historical Society's collection that reflect the social history of twentieth century Australia.

Physical description

A mid-century Redhead safety matches box, featuring an illustration of a redhead woman.

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