Pocket Watch Fob, Rice Institute Seal
Scope and Contents
This collection contains a wide variety of realia from Rice University's history, including a variety of jewelry pieces, clothing, athletics-related materials, and various other objects.
Dates
- Creation: 1912 - 2022
Creator
- From the Collection: Rice University. (Organization)
Access Restrictions
This material is available for research.
Conditions Governing Access
Stored onsite at the Woodson Research Center.
Extent
From the Collection: 191 Linear Feet (178 boxes plus oversize items)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
General
Pocket watch fob consisting of a leather strap and metal Rice Institute academic seal that is enameled with blue and gray. The back is engraved with "Tuffly and Scoggins Shoes, Rice Hotel Building. Houston, Tex." "Tuffly and Scoggins Shoes" was apparently a long-time Houston shoe retailer in the early 20th century formerly named "Krupps and Tuffly." There is no indication of original owner or donor. Located within a box identified as "Rice Institute Watch Fobs."
Repository Details
Part of the Woodson Research Center, Rice University, Houston, Texas Repository
Fondren Library MS-44, Rice University
6100 Main St.
Houston Texas 77005 USA
713-348-2586
woodson@rice.edu