Catalogue Number: 4396 Box of printing blocks of the Australian Optometrical Association Category: Historical object or artefact Association: Australian Optometrical Association Year Of Publication/Manufacture: 1970s Time Period: 1940 to 1999 Publisher/Manufacturer: Australian Optometrical Association Description Of Item: Three printing blocks, metal on wood 24 mm x 24 mm x 22 mm bearing part of the AOA logo (stylised eye and the letters AOA , three printing blocks, metal on wood, 25 mm x 26 mm x 22 mm bearing part of the AOA logo (a single spot), one printing block, metal on wood, 15 mm x 15 mm x 22 mm bearing the single spot part of the AOA logo, and a printing plate 100 mm x 186 mm bearing a circular design 31 mm in diameter with a stylised eye in the centre surrounded by coats of arms symbols of the Commonwealth of Australia and six states and encircled by the words AUSTRALIAN OPTOMETRICAL ASSOCIATION. All items are contained in a yellow paper covered cardboard box, 185 mm x 240 mm imprinted 'Kodak Graphic Arts Film' Historical Significance: The printing blocks represent the style of the logo of the AOA printed on letterhead of the 1970s. The printing plate is of a design probably created by Charles Wright. It is unknown if it was used on any stationery or publication. How Acquired: Donated by Optometry Australia Date Acquired: 29/5/2023 Condition: Very Good Location: Documents Room Red Daytona Cabinet Drawer 4 |