Contributed by Davistown Museum
Description
Probably an early product of the Stanley Tool Co. and an excellent example of the most sought after of 19th century plumb bobs.
Size: 4 3/4" long.
A plumb bob (also called plummet) is a pear-shaped weight made out of lead, brass, steel or stone. Used to show verticality when suspended on a line.
About This Item
- Title: Plumb bob, ca. 1820
- Creation Date: circa 1820
- Subject Date: circa 1820
- Media: Cast brass
- Local Code: 71401T18
- Collection: Historic Maritime III (1800-1840): Boomtown Years & the Dawn of the Industrial Revolution
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Davistown MuseumPO Box 346, 58 Main Street #4, Liberty, ME 04949
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