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Dung hook
Dung hook.
It was the local blacksmith who made and repaired the farmer’s implements and tools. He made a huge variety of items, from nails, staples and pig nose rings to hand tools like pitchforks and dung hooks. During harvesting and other busy periods, the smithy would be open for long hours to do urgent repairs.
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Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
45.355.26
Acquisition
Donation
Measurements
Length
(mm): 1325
Width
(mm): 205
Depth
(mm): 280
Weight
(kg): 2.3
Location
Exhibit
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