Tarentum calling card receiver from 1907. Named Spatula or Tarentum 240. Calling cards were carried by the well-to-do ladies who made a point to go calling on friends and family on a specified day of the week or month, depending on their location and proximity to neighbors. They are also known as visiting cards. A specific card receiver which was set on a marble top entry table or parlor center table.

Edges fold on two sides. Scalloped rim with alternating smaller and larger panels. 4" bowl in near mint condition with straw mark in bottom.