Object Record
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Metadata
Object ID |
2548 |
Object Name |
Device, Massage |
Other Name |
Massage Vibrator |
Collection |
Torrington Industry Collection |
Description |
Fitzgerald Star-Rite electric massage vibrator inside its original case. The rectangular case is made of wood and covered in black faux leather material. Metal enclosure (Corbin Co.) snaps shut to keep the lid closed. Inside, the bottom of the case is lined with purple linen material. The interior of the top lid is fitted with a paper certificate with a green decorative border. The certificate reads: "The Fitzgerald Manufacturing Company / Torrington, Conn. U.S.A. / This is to certify that the Star-rite Electric Massage Vibrator No. 427882 is sold to the consumer at the full advertised list price and entitles the owner to a guarantee of one year on the Star-rite Vibrator against defective material and workmanship. We will replace or repair any part due to faulty mechanical construction provided the vibrator is forwarded to us with transportation charges prepaid." Certificate contains signature of the President, PJ Fitzgerald. Printed in the background in large orange text is $12.50. There are several slips of paper included with the device: notice card, 'How to Use the Star-Rite Electric Vibrator" with a diagram explaining what applicator to use and where for various ailments (e.g. indigestion, headache, sore muscles), 'Oilright' - a page about using oil for appliances, and 'The Star-Rite Electric Vibrator" manual with detailed uses of the vibrator, along with drawn images. The vibrator also comes with four applicator types (vacuum cup, comb, disc, and sponge) and a small glass vial of oil. |
Date |
Unknown |
Artist |
Fitzgerald Mfg. Co. |
Dimensions |
H-9 W-5 inches |