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Object Name
Jack Knife
Object Number
1972-01-138
Description
Bone, steel and nickle jack knife. Sides of made of dark bone. Knife, three tined fork and spoon all riveted to bone and open out from bone sides like a pocket knife.
Comment
This jack knife was carried in the Civil War by Peter Tomlinson, Fife Major of the 27th Regiment, CT Volunteer Infantry.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Materials
Date Made
1863
Dimensions
4 1/2" long, closed
Materials
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