What was the significance of makers having a "The Celebrated" model? It seems there are several makers W&B, Joseph Elliot, Wostenholm, etc., most seem to be early/middle 1800's era and from Sheffield.
Just curious, is all.
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What was the significance of makers having a "The Celebrated" model? It seems there are several makers W&B, Joseph Elliot, Wostenholm, etc., most seem to be early/middle 1800's era and from Sheffield.
Just curious, is all.
Good question. I look forward to the answers.
It's a common branding tradition of British (and especially English) products from the eighteenth century through this day. An easily found modern specimen is the Altoids peppermint tin:
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FTFY
They liked to party.
It's just a quaint way of saying "a very popular and recommended item".
Beats me but I love my Boker the celebrated, extra hallow ground.
