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Ax

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Collection Type

  • Tools and equipment

Date

1880-1910

GUSN

GUSN-23082

Description

Axe, split handle. Split in handle begins at base and extends down to tip. Wrapped at base in black tape.

Details

Descriptive Terms

axes (tools)
steel (alloy)
wood (plant material)
Steel
AX

Inscription

Engraved on blade: ""RINC""

Associated Building

Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

6.5 x 1.5 (WxD) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker

Accession Number

1998.2832

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