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Object ID 000022
Object Name Fire Hand Axe
Object Desc Fire axe made by Joseph Evans, Sheffield. Ash wood handle. INSCRIPTION: "Joseph Evans and Sons, Patent, Sheffield" engraved on axe head. 17 x 41 x 3cm
Collection General Collection
Accession # T00017
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General Category History
Category Fire Service
Source
Source Category Donation
Accession Date JUL 11,2019
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Location 0A-00
Object Date Late 19th Century
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Status On Display
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Conditions
Date JUL 11,2019
Summary Good
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Notes Metal axe head is dull, slight rust on one side, but overall in good condition. Makers mark visible. Wood shows signs of ware. Structurally sound.