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2020-20,4, Tongs
Blacksmith's Tongs
2020-20,4, Tongs

Blacksmith's Tongs

Date1750-1850
OriginAmerica
MediumIron and steel
DimensionsOverall: 14 5/8" Width of jaws: 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Diane E. Schwarz
Object number2020-20,4
DescriptionGeneral purpose blacksmith's tongs with tapered rectangular-section arms, a scissor joint, and flat jaws.
Label TextWith its narrow flat jaws, this basic pair of tongs was perfect for general, but light, use in the blacksmith’s shop.
InscribedOne arm chisel-cut "E A."
ProvenanceFrom the Diane and Kenneth Schwarz collection of early American blacksmithing tools.
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