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Tool For Trimming Lead
Image Not Available for Tool For Trimming Lead

Tool For Trimming Lead

Date1950s-1970s
Object NameTool
Mediumsteel
ClassificationsGranite Industry
DimensionsOverall: Height: 16 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1983.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS004986
About MeThis tool would have been used by the mason for trimming off excess lead from letters sunk into stone, and for shaping letters.
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