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Brush Hook
Object/Artifact
One completely hand made brush hook with wrought iron blade, blade attachment hardware and wooden handle. Blade or hook is "S" shaped
2002.003.20
A brush hook, or brush ax, was used to clear brush from an area.
1780 - 1840
Clearing Land
13-3/8 in
1-3/4 in
38 in
Wood
Wrought-iron