Beet Knife

Historical information

These knives were used during beet harvesting. The beets were mechanically lifted, with workers following to pick up each beet, removing the tops with these knives.

Physical description

A beet knife with a long blade which has a pointed end. The handle is short and brown with four rivets in it that have one black dot in the centre of each.

Inscriptions & markings

"Joseph ---- & Sons, Endure, Sheffield" on the knife blade

Subjects

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