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Shovel

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Collection Type

  • Tools and equipment

Date

1890-1930

GUSN

GUSN-21391

Description

Shovel w/ a long wooden handle. Shovel does not have sides, but has a slightly concave center. Handle is curved at the bottom for easier lifting.

Details

Descriptive Terms

shovels
steel (alloy)
wood (plant material)
Steel
SHOVEL

Inscription

Engraved at base of shovel: ""CAST STEEL/ PATENT/ OUR LEADER/ 2/ LXL""

Associated Building

Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

61 x 9.5 (HxW) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker

Accession Number

1998.4670

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