Functional object - Blades and Weights

Historical information

Blades were used for cutting cloth, and weights were used on a weaving loom.

Physical description

Seven metal blades, each having one end square shaped, tapering to narrower end which has metal handle attached. Five metal weights, cylindrical. One has hooked metal pieces attached to its top.

Inscriptions & markings

Wording: DA 203;Method: Cast;Location: Bottom of one weight
Wording: 573;Method: Cast;Location: Bottom of one weight

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