Object number
76/12
Collection
Description
A top swage used to shape metal. This swage was used and donated by Nalder & Nalder Ltd., agricultural manufacturers of Wantage, Oxfordshire.
A swage is a tool used to shape metal. This is a top swage, with a crescent-shaped head and wooden handle. This swage was used and donated by Nalder & Nalder Ltd., agricultural manufacturers of Wantage, Oxfordshire.
Archival history
MERL Catalogue Form (temporary) – ‘Object name: SWAGE (TOP) // ... // Notes: Top swage with cresent shaped head and wooden handle. All the swages 76/12–23 differ only in the shape of the groove on the face.'
Production place
Wantage
Object name
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