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Object Name
Paper spindle
Object Number
2015-71-2
Description
metal desk spike/paper spindle. Thin metal spike extending vertically from square cast metal base with simple wheel or circular decoration with eight spokes. Groups of three vertical incisions evenly spread around the perimeter of base.
Provenance
From desk set used in Woodruff house.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Communication
Date Made
c. 1880
Dimensions
Height 5.5", Width 3.25"
Materials
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