Japan Air Lines Table Knife, 1989-2002
THF808693 / Japan Air Lines Table Knife, 1989-2002
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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 knife
Date Made
1989-2002
Creators
Creator Notes
Commissioned by Nihon Kōkū (Japan Air Lines).
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2024.66.99
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Diane Beers Hill.
Material
Stainless steel
Color
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.875 in
Width: 0.625 in
Length: 0.25 in
Inscriptions
on blade:
STAINLESS
on top of handle:
JAL
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