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1930.48.2.6

Metal bullet mould. Part of a set of tools for revolver 1930.48.2 .1. [MdeA 01/12/2008]

1930.48.2.6

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Collection type
Object
Description
Metal bullet mould. Part of a set of tools for revolver 1930.48.2 .1. [MdeA 01/12/2008]
Long description
Mould is formed of two copper alloy arms that are hinged in the centre to give a scissor action. The ends are square with semi-circular, conical hollows, which form a bullet shape when closed. On one side at the top is screwed a silver metal plate with circular incision, which is hinged to secure the two halves when together. [AF [OPS Move] 5/6/2017]
Cultural groups
English
Person
Maker Unknown Maker
Field collector Unknown Collector
PRM source C.W. Hurst
PRM source Cyril W. Hurst
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1930
Date collected
By 1930
Acquisition information
Donated: 1930
Materials and processes
Material Metal, Material Copper Alloy Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Incised, Process Stamped
Dimensions
Width: max 36 mm, Length: max 197 mm, Depth: max 28 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1930.48.2.6

Search terms: Firearm Weapon, Tool, Technique, Firearm Accessory, Mould, Bullet