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Name/TitleTongs

About this objectThis iron tool was probably used with a steam hammer.
A 'collar' would be hammered over the ends of the handles to prevent them opening and the metal slipping.
The tongs were held with the elbow bent and away from the body, to prevent injury if the metal moved when being struck with the hammer.

Medium and MaterialsIron

Inscription and MarksThe handle is stamped with the initial 'B', which would be the sign of the maker and user of the tool.

MeasurementsLength: 2 feet

Object numberSTMEA:A.5380

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)Attribution - Non-commercial (cc)

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