Pen Used by President Calvin Coolidge to Sign the Contract Air Mail Act.
The act authorized the postmaster general to contract domestic airmail services with commercial air carriers. It also created a set air mail rate and a level of cash subsidies to be paid to the companies carrying the mail. This act helped to create the commercial aviation industry.
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
MEMORABILIA-Events
Physical Description
Kelly Air Mail Act nib pen; wood handle with steel nib; the pen is displayed inside a wood presentation case with enscribed brass plaque.
Dimensions
3-D: 26.7 x 8.3 x 2.5cm (10 1/2 x 3 1/4 x 1 in.)
Materials
Case - Wood
Nib - Steel
Pen Handle - Wood
Bronze
Glass
Varnish
Inventory Number
A19950812000
Credit Line
Found in Collection. Donor Unknown at this Time.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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