St. Olaf College 3-D object collection ➔ Minister's collar irons
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Two irons with wooden handles and steel points. The points were tempered, resulting in a slight variation of colors.
Two irons with wooden handles and steel points. The points were tempered, resulting in a slight variation of colors.
Storage ➜ Special Collections Suite ➜ 277A
"Two irons with wooden handles and steel points. Label: Ironing set for ironing ministers' collars ("prestekrage"). Belonged to Rev. Johan Olsen." -Description from 2006 appraisal by Mary Jo Thorsheim
These are commonly referred to as "goffering irons" or "tally irons".
These are commonly referred to as "goffering irons" or "tally irons".
Olsen, Rev. Johan (owner)
clerical collars
crimping irons
crimping irons
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