lot 361 at the Jan 25 2026 auction – an old Kodak Magnesium Ribbon holder
Toronto. The idea of flash powder offered a bright light for photography – and facial burns for the unwary. Magnesium Ribbon allowed a controlled amount of “flash powder” to be used giving the bright light while avoiding the accidental burns. Kodak offered their version in a nifty container as shown at left.
Our February 15, 2026 auction (IMPORTANT: OUR JAN 25th AUCTION WAS RESCHEDULED TO FEB 15th DUE TO BAD WEATHER) features a Kodak Magnesium Ribbon Holder as lot 361. Come on down to the Long Branch (southwest Toronto) legion hall and see this and many other lots of historic and usable items.
The details are posted on this web site. They will remain pinned to the front page until the auction is finished.
