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1963.77

ID Number: 1963.77
Category: T&E For Materials
Sub-category: metalworking T&E
Item Type: soldering
Item Name: iron
Materials: METAL, IRON METAL, COPPER WOOD, UNKNOWN
Description: Copper head socketed to shaft; shaft tang-mounted to handle; iron ferrule around handle
History: Belonged to Ambrose Gagnon (born 1835) who was grandfather of donor. Gagnon was a sailor and was injured at sea. He learned the tinsmithing trade from his father. The iron is at least 100 years old, as of now (1960's). In this area 65 years. Used in Quebec.
Collection Name: Museum Windsor
Subject (Fre): Y

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French Canadians / Canadiens-français subject

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