Esquire Saddle Soap

Date1950s

MediumTin

Dimensions2 3/4 in. (diam.) (7 cm)

ClassificationsMerchandising Tools and Equipment

Credit LineLucy Logan

Catalog number2006.87.11

DescriptionThis 3 3/4 oz Esquire Saddle Soap tin is red and tan and includes, these words on lid of tin, "cleans and softens, for shoes and all smooth leather, press here, 59cents, also for use on corfam and other synthetics". The bottom has much small print directions and suggestions eg. "Not suitable for suede or fabric" "makes leather last longer" "Dupont's trade mark for its Poromeric Materials". Maker- Knomark. Origin- Jamaica, New York.

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