Rubber stamp used to falsify documents

Identifier
irn510335
Language of Description
English
Alt. Identifiers
  • 2002.48.2
Level of Description
Item
Source
EHRI Partner

Extent and Medium

overall: Height: 4.880 inches (12.395 cm) | Width: 1.620 inches (4.115 cm)

Archival History

The rubber stamp was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2002 by Hena Evyatar.

Acquisition

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of Hena Evyatar

Scope and Content

The stamp was used on false documents during the Holocaust

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions on access

Conditions Governing Reproduction

No restrictions on use

Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements

The stamp has a circular metal body with an embossed image on the bottom of a lion surrounded by text at the edge. The text reads: "COMMUNALE D'ASSENOIS (XUl) ADMINISTRATION." A cylindrical metal collar is attached to the body at center top. A bulbous-shaped black wooden handle with a flaired bottom is attached to the top of the collar

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Genre

This description is derived directly from structured data provided to EHRI by a partner institution. This collection holding institution considers this description as an accurate reflection of the archival holdings to which it refers at the moment of data transfer.