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S.O.S. Magic Scouring Pads Sample Box

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Start price: $5

Estimated price: $5 - $1,000

Description

The S O S Company Chicago Pat. Jan xx 1919 ( we believe ). History: Steel wool scouring pads were invented " about " 1917 by Irwin Cox. He used the soap infused steel wool pads to facilitate the sale of aluminum pots. His wife invented the name: " Save Our Saucepans ". As noted on the top of the box, Brightens Aluminum Instantly.

Condition: Empty

Dimensions: 2 x 1.25 x 0.75 in