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1954.3.19.12

Iron scissors used by a tin worker. [SM (Verve) 08/09/2014]

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1954.3.19.12

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Collection type
Object
Description
Iron scissors used by a tin worker. [SM (Verve) 08/09/2014]
Long description
Iron scissors used by a tin worker. The arms are riveted together to form a pivot point. The handles taper to points. [SM (Verve) 08/09/2014]
Geographical reference
Tibet
Asia > Eastern Asia > Tibet
Person
Field collector Walter Asboe
PRM source Irene Marguerite Beasley
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1954
Date collected
By 1954
Acquisition information
Donated: 1954
Materials and processes
Material Iron Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Riveted
Dimensions
Width: max 58 mm, Length: max 313 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1954.3.19.12 Other numbers: 12

Search terms: Tool, Metallurgy, Ornament, Scissors, Tool Kit

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