Among the early settlers in Moorabbin Shire were blacksmiths who made tools for the other settlers who were establishing the homes, market gardens, farms, orchards and various businesses. Early settlers were self reliant and repaired their own equipment for kitchen,dairy, farm, horses, carts using various tools . This hammer is typical of the type used by early settlers in Moorabbin Shire c1900c1900 Hammer with a wooden handle and metal head. The metal head a circular striking edge and a tapered wedge shaped edgehammers, early settlers, market gardeners, blacksmiths, tools, building equipment, moorabbin shire, bentleigh, mckinnon, highett, cheltenham,mcewan james pty ltd, melbourne, bunnings pty ltd,

The changes in the metal observable on the interior of both these lead nipple shields suggests that this pair was well used. One can only imagine the long-term effects. Perhaps significantly, the lid of the box is stained with the distinctive purple of gentian violet. The underside of the lid claims “They are in no way likely to be injurious to the infant”. Allen & Hanbury’s catalogue of c1901 lists these as costing 1/- per pair.Two nipple shields, lead, moulded, 6cm diameter, with "England" impressed on inside. In original manufacturer's circular cardboard box.breast feeding

Used during WW2 to restrict light from vehicle headlights and so make more difficult any observation by enemy aircraft.Circular metal disc painted black with a small slit over which is a verandah . A white opaque circle in centre top.blackout, shield, headlights, mactier, p, tatura, lighting, accessory

Circular net sugar bowl cover. Wire frame. Blue crocheted netting holding crystal, blue and white beadsdomestic items, crockery

Gold plated oblong badge with City of Nunawading Circular badge. 'City of Nunawading/Valda Arrowsmith/Mayor engraved in black.numismatics, badges

Long curved stand from clamp to body. Two exposed circular grinders, one with handle, one screwed to hopper.Enterprise M.F.G. Philadelphia.P A. USA. Pat apr 2 Aug 20 & Oct 5 07 'Wet the Raisins' No36domestic items, food preparation

MMTB 3d Bell Punch Ticket No. Ca 22708 on heavy paper. Semi circular holes in the top and bottom of the ticket.trams, tramways, tickets, mmtb

In the early 20th century it was common for ladies to work doilies in lace or embroidered cloth. They were used to decorate sideboards or dressing tables and also on trays underneath crockery and on plates under food. These could be made from purchased kits or pattern books. They may form part of a trousseau Set of partially worked doilies. They are comprised of daisy wheels of two sizes. A central circular motif is surrounded by smaller motifsdoilies, household textiles

A circular metal cannister, with image of Davis Cup trophy. Inscription: SPALDING/.../TENNIS/BALLS. Materials: Metal, Ink, Felttennis

Catalogue: E.C. MEAGHAMS ARMS CO. CIRCULAR OF SUMMER GOODS, NO.501 JUNE 23, 1892. Materials: Paper, Inktennis

The Kew Historical Society’s fashion and design collection is comprised of costumes, hats, shoes and personal accessories. Many of these items were purchased or handmade in Victoria; some locally in Kew. The extensive hat collection comprises items dating from the 1860s to the 1970s. While most of the hats in the collection were created by milliners for women, there are a number of early and important men’s hats in the collection. The headwear collection is particularly significant in that it includes the work of notable Australian and international milliners.Circular woman’s hat covered with feathers of varying shapes and colours using a palette limited to cream, gold, brown and black. Nilwomen's clothing -- hats, headwear, cloche hats -- feather

Cream circular doily, with close weave on periphery and in centre, open weave with floral motif in between. Scalloped edges with eyelets.handcrafts, crochet, needlework, doily

Large square rug with floral motif in circular pattern. Square border and corners. Base colour beige with multicoloured flowers.No visible markingsmanchester, furnishings, rug, floor, flowers, textile

Badge was almost certainly produced as a World War I fundraiser or for peace celebrations.Badge, circular, celluloid covered. Printed in gold with a colour Australia flag, below which is an inscription on white. Pin on reverse.GEELONG / 1918world war i

From home of Wandin Sebire.Wooden washstand with cut-out circular hole for wash basin. Towel rail mounted at rear. Four legs are turned.washstands

White, circular crocheted milk jug cover with petal pattern and clear, sparkling glass beads around the outer edge.milk jugs, vessel covers, food covers

Cream-coloured, circular doily with machine lace and a floral pattern throughout. There is a single flower in the centre with a square border around it.household textiles., doilies, table linen.

Circular, white crocheted doily with a whirlygig pattern in the centre and stumpwork embroidered flower heads in each of the scallops forming the edges.household textiles., doilies, table linen.

A small round cut glass decorative bowl with a green circular pattern and gold trim around the top scalloped edge.bowls, containers, objects, decorative objects

Imported and sold by Holden and FrostImported and sold by Holden and FrostNickle plated semi circular stirrup designed for a person riding side saddle, to fit both feet, primarily ladies.Nickle silver. horse shoe logo ,other too worn to deciphersteel, stirrup, double footed

Used in the care and maintenance of leatherImported and sold by Holden and Frostsquat circular tin can, yellow lid with contents printed on face.amall box Harness composition for cleaning, Oiling and finishing Small biox Harness composition for cleaning, Oiling and finishing Manufactured by The Frank Miller Co New York U.S.A.equine, leather dressing, protector

Appears to be a millstone that would have been used with another stone to grind wheat.Large circular stone wheel with ridges carved into its outer side. It has a hole through the middle with a metal fixture in it.