United Airlines Table Fork, 1998-2010
THF808711 / United Airlines Table Fork, 1998-2010
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Artifact Overview
Diane Beers joined TWA as a flight attendant in 1965 but left to marry Richard Hill a year later -- a time when many airlines employed only single women in that job. Beers Hill continued her interest in the aviation industry. Her memorabilia collection included knives, forks and spoons used in airline food service or branded with carrier logos.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Table fork
Date Made
1998-2010
Creator Notes
Commissioned by United Airlines. Made by Abco International.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2024.66.88
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Diane Beers Hill.
Material
Metal
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Width: 1 in
Length: 0.75 in
Inscriptions
on back of handle:
ABCO UNITED
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